Here's the news - eating healthy doesn't mean your food must be tasteless. And taste doesn't only come from the salt shaker (we already know that we need to limit our salt intake). There are natural salt substitutes that not only add taste to your meals, but are also beneficial for your health. We are talking about herbs and spices.
Certain spices and herbs help prevent and manage some health conditions. Turmeric, garlic, hot pepper and oregano spices for cancer prevention. Cinnamon, holy basil, rosemary and cloves help manage diabetes. To keep your heart healthy add sage, thyme, black pepper and ginger to your meals. Some of herbs and spices have even been associated with improved metabolism and fat loss. Cumin, cinnamon, cardamon, ginger and cayenne pepper can give your weight loss plan a boost.
What to choose and how do we use them? There is a wide range of natural spices available on the market. Add them to your recipes when cooking meat, fish, poultry and vegetables. After only a bit of research and practice you'll learn about different ways to cook with herbs and you will be able add them to your favorite dishes.