Weight Loss Tip #46 Spice It Up!
Sage
Many health practitioners recommend that patients with sore throats are told to sip on sage tea for an overall soothing sensation. It is best coupled with thyme, squash, parsley, and rosemary. Sage has also been said to help improve your memory, so if you have an exam to take try some sage beforehand!
back to menu ↑Turmeric
We have all been introduced to Turmeric at some point in our lives, but did you know that Turmeric is best known for its ability to take away inflammation, relieve respiratory problems, as well as arthritis pain? This powerful spice is loaded with some impressive antioxidants that also can fight infections and tumors in the body. It also tastes great when coupled with garlic, citrus, and curry dishes!
back to menu ↑Ginger
Ginger is best known to help the body fight off the common cold, as well as help when you have stomach troubles. It is also known to help with inflammation that can occur in the body, which is another positive. Ginger is a well-known spice that can go nicely with citrus, Asian cuisine, garlic, and chili peppers.
back to menu ↑Rosemary
Rosemary has been said to help with mental clarity, and focus as well as fighting foodborne bacterial infections. It is often used in meat marinades and flatbread spreads. It has been said to help meat from spoiling, as well as keep bacteria out of the meat that can cause major foodborne illness. If you rub a little rosemary oil on your temples, it may even help you retain more information if you are taking a test!
back to menu ↑Cinnamon
Yum. Who doesn’t love cinnamon? It has some of the most vibrant flavor that can be coupled with sweet or savory for a delicious dish. It is best known to help stabilize blood sugar, by significantly lowering your post meal spikes. It is best when eaten with fruits, chocolate, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg.
back to menu ↑Chile Pepper
Finally, our last spice that can do wonders for your waistline! The famous Chile pepper is best known to boost your metabolism and in turn boost fat burning. A compound known as capsaicin found in most Chile peppers has been said to boost metabolism. They taste great in salsas, on tacos, with a clean dip, and with any beef recipe!