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[[File:Common Indian spices.jpg|thumb|Turmeric powder, mustard seeds, chili powder, cumin seeds|alt=Chili powder, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, cumin seeds]] | [[File:Common Indian spices.jpg|thumb|Turmeric powder, mustard seeds, chili powder, cumin seeds|alt=Chili powder, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, cumin seeds]] | ||
Spices are primarily used as food [[flavoring]] or to create variety. They are also used to perfume [[cosmetics]] and [[incense]]. At various periods, many spices have been believed to have medicinal value. Finally, since they are expensive, rare, and exotic commodities, their [[conspicuous consumption]] has often been a symbol of wealth and social class. | Spices are primarily used as food [[flavoring]] or to create variety. They are also used to perfume [[Wikipedia:cosmetics|cosmetics]] and [[Wikipedia:incense|incense]]. At various periods, many spices have been believed to have medicinal value. Finally, since they are expensive, rare, and exotic commodities, their [[Wikipedia:conspicuous consumption|conspicuous consumption]] has often been a symbol of wealth and social class. | ||