Herbs & Spices Boost Metabolism+ Anti-Inflammatory + Weight Loss
Who said eating healthy had to be bland and boring? Knowing the right herbs and
spices to add to your cooking can give it loads of flavor and extra nutrients — plus
they can boost your metabolism to help you lose weight. Sounds like a win-win to
me. Here are some of the best herbs and spices to start working into your recipes
to help you drop those extra pounds:
1. Turmeric
Turmeric contains the incredible curcumin antioxidant, and it serves as a warming
spice. Warming spices increase your body heat which helps speed up metabolism.
It’s easy to work into your meals for an added boost of healthy goodness. Sprinkle
it into soups, stews, marinades, chicken, or even mix it into your scrambled eggs.
2. Cinnamon
Interestingly, you’ll find cinnamon in many desserts, but all that sugar along with it
doesn’t help. Try sprinkling cinnamon onto your oatmeal, in your coffee, on top of
yogurt or sweet potatoes. It can balance your blood sugar and help you feel fuller
longer while adding a sweet enough taste that can help quell your cravings.
3. Cayenne
Another spice that raises your body temperature and boosts your metabolism is
cayenne. Use it on your meats, in soups and sauces, or even for your salad
dressing for an extra pop of spice.
4. Cumin
Recent studies have shown cumin can help you burn more body fat. It adds a
delightful smoky flavor that you love in Mexican cuisine. It’s also used in Chinese
and Indian cuisine too. Try experimenting with it to take your cooking to the next
level with rubs and marinades or make a new salad dressing that will have you
craving salads regularly.
5. Ginger
Ginger is an excellent anti-inflammatory. It’s also great for its thermogenic
properties like turmeric and cayenne. Fresh ginger is best grated right into the
foods you cook. You can also slice it and add it to your tea for a post-meal soother.
If you don’t have fresh ginger, ground ginger also works well.
6. Garlic
Savory and pungent garlic is very popular as it works well in most recipes, but
eating more of it will also help you to burn off more fat. It’s actually best to eat it
raw, but if that’s too spicy for you, adding it to everything you cook still has plenty
of health benefits.
7. Black pepper
Go ahead and add a little more black pepper on top of your eggs, meats, and even
salads. Black pepper blocks the formation of new fat cells to stop weight gain
before it begins. Plus, it helps bring out the flavors of your food naturally. Each of
these spices is easily accessible and fit well into most recipes. Between these
seven options, you can always have at least one in every meal you have. Get
cooking now with these herbs and spices, and you’ll be on your way to losing
weight more naturally and extra flavorful food.
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