Step into the kitchen and open that spices wala dabba to know more. Herbs and spices are very versatile for their uncountable properties which we know yet don’t pay heed to. It is completely a wrong notion to eat bland foods or crash dieting for losing weight. What’s wrong with the food being tasty? I mean spices, for gods sake, do not have calories!!
1. Fennel:
Why do we have mukhwaas after meals? Some restaurants provide fennel + Saakar in the form of mukhwaas post meals. Ever Wondered why are they served with the bill? Mukhwaas has fennel in it which is full of fiber that aids digestive process. They increase the absorption of minerals and vitamins from the foods which does not allow fat to get stored. It kick-starts your metabolism which is the most important part of a good digestion of food. Plus, it adds in an exceptional flavor to the meals. What more does one want?
2. Mint:
Care to have pudina chai? Ditching that green chutney being served with starters? Well its time to rethink about it. Mint has a property to stimulate digestive enzymes which convert food into consumable energy, leaving fat nothing but to get converted into a usable form. Hence fat loss! Sounds perfect isn’t it? Try adding mint to as many beverages as possible or churn it into a fresh green chutney as an accompaniment.
3. Cinnamon:
Cinnamon is reported to curb hunger and sugar cravings resulting in lesser food consumption. It keeps you full for a longer period of time. Concentrates of cinnamon are used for specifically reduction in abdominal and visceral fats. Apart from adding great flavor to your meals, it has wide range of health benefits like reduction of blood pressure, sugar levels and anti inflammatory actions. It regulates the function of insulin thereby of a great help for diabetics.
4. Chilies:
As tempting as they look, they have enormous potential to increase the inner heat which is responsible for fat loss. Adding a conscious amount of chilies to your diet not only imparts an excellent flavor to your meal, but also aids in your weight loss resolution.
5. Ginger-garlic:
Ginger is an excellent root for sore throat, and nothing in the world can be stimulating than an adrak wali chai the first thing in the morning. It is said to be stimulating your nervous system thus preparing you for a great day. Also it is an essential fat burning ingredient and is used widely in detox drinks.
Recipe: Grate a cucumber, Ginger, Mint leaves and Lemon grass finely, Squeeze some lemon juice in it and pour in 500 ml water. Sip this water throughout the day to keep the metabolic rate high.
