Though I didn’t know it at the time, I grew up eating food spiced with capsaicin (the main compound in chilis). Dashes of vibrant red chili peppers ground into fine powder went on almost everything. It was always on our table. My family took turns ...
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.
Confucius knew the benefits of ginger. Do you know how to take advantage of its ancient power?
Confucius knew the benefits of ginger. He is one of the world’s most respected wise men in history. He was a philosopher, teacher and politician who lived in the mystical land of ancient China and said he never ate a meal without ginger. ...
3 ways ginger tea benefits your body, speeds recovery and sharpens memory (+ recipes!)
Sometimes I drink it poured over a few crackling ice cubes, or sometimes I’ll pour it into a mug and zap it in the microwave. I might and squeeze in fresh lemon and honey, which adds to the complex taste and health benefits.
Ginger tea is ...
Are You an Apple or a Pear? What to Eat to Lose Belly Fat
Are you wondering about what to eat to lose belly fat? Most people have belly fat, no matter what “shape” they are.
You might not always like your “pear-shaped” body, which collect fat around your hips, thighs and butt. Especially when you’re ...
How to Burn Belly Fat Fast: What to Eat, What to Avoid, and What Exercises to Do
Summer used to fill me with dread because the idea of showing my belly rolls on the beach was painfully embarrassing. I used to torture myself doing endless crunches. I got so frustrated when my belly fat just wouldn’t go away.
Now I know there’s ...
