Confession time: I didn’t take sodium content into consideration for way too long. A little salt can go a long way to add or bring out the flavor in food. But it can be easy to have too much. When I started to be more conscious of eating a low sodium ...
Natural Anti-Inflammatory Spices
Sometimes “getting healthy” seems complicated. Conflicting advice to sort through, new recipes to learn, special ingredients to buy—and the list can go on. But some health hacks have been around for ages … and are probably already in our kitchens!
Have some cinnamon around? Or some cayenne pepper? These ancient spices can turn simple food (or drink) into a flavorful, fat-burning treat.
I’m not a fancy cook, but I never skip a chance to use herbs and spices in my kitchen, both for the amazing flavor and proven health benefits. It’s an addictive way to cook!
After years of struggling to lose weight and feeling just plain feeling crummy, I thought about what I could add to my diet rather than take away. I especially started adding spices known for their anti-inflammatory and metabolism-boosting power … and everything changed.
Soon, I was melting off the pounds, and enjoying my food more! In fact, as a mother of 2, I lost 40 pounds with my new take on ancient spices. I share my spice-filled, fat-melting recipes and the incredible health benefits of spices in my articles here.
21 anti-inflammatory foods to free you of achiness and extra weight + eliminate disease
I used to think I was too busy to eat healthy and that I didn’t have time to think about food. So, I just ate what was there -- chips from the vending machine, hot dogs from a street cart, whatever! But over time, neglecting my diet caught up with ...
Why an anti-inflammatory diet is BEST for longevity, weight loss + disease prevention
Has this ever happened to you? You’re getting ready for a meeting, but you feel off. The belly roll you can’t seem to lose is bulging over your slacks. You feel achy, puffy, and foggy. It’s hard to stay focused and upbeat when you feel so miserable. ...
The proven health benefits of garlic for fewer sick days and a healthy weight
Health benefits of garlic include the legend of repelling vampires! I notice that my immune system is stronger and I have the power to overcome colds and the flu in days instead of weeks when I’m eating lots of garlic. The health benefits of garlic ...
Scientific turmeric health benefits for a youthful body inside and out
Sometimes, I’m in need of a little healing and relaxation. Maybe it was a stressful day, there’s a big issue I’m working through, or I’m dealing with aches and pains. One of the best ways I’ve found to help myself heal, either emotionally or ...
