Do you recall those typical round steel boxes which had 7-8 smaller bowls filled with different spices? I am sure we all have memories of such spice boxes from our childhood. While some households still use them, fancy plastic containers have taken their places and that vibrant colour pop that we used to see through that single spice box is now becoming a rare sight.
However, whether you keep the spices in one box or different, their importance in our food and life cannot be undermined ever. Not only do spices add texture and flavour to your dishes but did you know some spices also help in increasing your metabolic rate. Here are 7 spices that are perfect if you are trying to lose weight:
1. Chili Pepper
This really hot spice is very quickly absorbed by the stomach resulting in improved metabolism. Chili Pepper is really low in cholesterol and is thus helpful in improving your health. Chili Pepper has capsaicin which helps to burn the fat.
2. Cardamom
This is a spice that is thermogenesis in nature and helps burn body fat. It is a diuretic Indian spice that stimulates the digestive system and significantly boosts metabolism. Chewing 3 to 4 pods a day or and adding the same to your tea all day helps prevent the gas formation and bloating.
3. Fennel
Due to the inherent presence of multiple Vitamins such as A, D, and C along with their antioxidant properties, it is helpful in improving your immune system as well as your digestive functioning. It is a natural diuretic and helps decrease hunger pangs thus resulting in your weight loss.
4. Black Pepper
Black Pepper consists of piperine which gives it a unique taste and also suppresses fat accumulation in the body. It increases the metabolic rate and strengthens the immune system to help fight various illnesses. As it helps in the prevention of the formation of fat cells it leads to faster weight loss. Having Black Pepper tea works miracles in managing obesity.
5. Cinnamon
It is full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and plays an active role in your weight loss.
It boosts the fat burning process by its increased metabolic rate. One tablespoon of Cinnamon with a glass of water or warm milk will do wonders for your health.
6. Ginger
It again helps in the burning of body fat and increased metabolism. It helps greatly in absorbing fat and decreasing your appetite. Controls your sugar levels and your weight gain. It has inherent weight loss properties. You can add Ginger to your Tea, Salads, Soups or even have some boiled ginger water in the mornings.
7. Turmeric
It boosts the digestive system and also increases the metabolic rate. This Ayurvedic Spice has antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory as well as antioxidant properties. Your intake of turmeric could be by way of turmeric tea, turmeric detox drinks along with soups and curries. You can even have raw turmeric every morning with honey to boost your immune system.
