Spices – The Secret To Easy Weight Loss
Losing weight is a Herculean task. But, what if we told you that there are a few secret ingredients that can help people lose weight easily? If you have tried every possible trick under the sun to lose weight and failed, this article should give you some hopes. Haven’t you heard it before that having spicy and hot foods can up your metabolism rate and quicken the process of fat burning?
Before that, a little more about weight and fat. How your body stores energy from the food that you consume and the rate at which you use up that energy determines how heavy you are. When you eat, your body tries to digest that food by breaking it down.
Watch this video to know how fats are formed in the body:
Ginger
Cinnamon
Black Pepper
Cumin
Turmeric
How many times have you screamed at your mom for adding turmeric in her preparations? Well, there’s a good reason why she did that. A study conducted by Tufts University in 2009 found that this yellow spice may actually burn that stubborn fat on your body. Turmeric ups the heat in your body, thereby helping burn fat. Add a pinch of turmeric to your fried rice, stir-fried vegetables, stews or even soups. Curcumin, an active ingredient in this yellow spice, makes it a strong antioxidant and lends it a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. It’s good to add turmeric to your food as it can heal internal damages too.
Cayenne
This spice has the same effect as turmeric as it increases your body heat. It is the best stimulant that helps in breaking down your food, ultimately aiding digestion. Cayenne is a rich source of vitamins A, B, C, and E. Good digestion and better metabolism obviously mean your weight will be under control.
Cardamom
According to Ayurveda, the primary cause of weight gain is indigestion. To put it in layman’s terms, when your body is unable to break down food, it leads to indigestion, which slows down your body’s metabolism rate. What can you do about this? Have cardamom! This not only cuts cholesterol but also burns excess fat in the body. This sweet-bitter green spice also fights water retention by increasing the urine output. You can add cardamom to your desserts and also your daily cuppa.
Garlic
This herb can add flavor to your food like no other. From pasta and pizza to salsa and soup, the strong flavor can make you want to overeat. But did you know that garlic can actually aid weight loss? The next time you cook, make sure you add garlic and see the difference.
Coriander Seeds
Yes, these seeds lend a good flavor to Indian foods. They are also rich in potassium, iron, vitamins A, K, and C, folic acid, magnesium, and calcium. Besides, they aid digestion and help you lose water weight.
Here’s a recipe with this magic ingredient that can help your body get rid of water weight:
Soak a few spoons of coriander seeds in a glass of water for a couple of hours (at least 180 minutes). Boil it till the quantity of water is reduced to at least 50 percent. Strain the concoction and let it cool. Drink this two times in a day, and see a visible difference in your weight.
Mustard Seeds
If you have consumed Indian food, you must have surely noticed the presence of black mustard seeds in most foods. A rich source of calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, protein, fiber, and selenium, these humble seeds are low in calories and carbohydrates too. Do add them to your weight loss meal plan as they help boost metabolism and fasten the fat burning process.