Spicin’ things up for the New Year!
Did you know all the wonderful things spices do for your body? Here are some benefits of adding a little spice to your life!
- Basil strengthens the immune system and helps clear a busy mind
- Bay leaf is good for digestion
- Cardamom is helpful in protein metabolism and neutralizes the negative effects of coffee
- Cayenne pepper is a natural stimulant for both energy and metabolism.
- Cinnamon helps to increase circulation, helps metabolize glucose and helps reduce cravings
- Clove also helps with digestion
- Cumin helps with digestion
- Garlic is an anti-microbial, good for colds and flu, aids in circulation and boosts energy. It also has many heart health benefits, like helping to lower cholesterol.
- Ginger aids digestion and helps with motion sickness and nausea
- Nutmeg helps digest toxins, improves metabolism, may help calm nerves and aid sleep
- Saffron improves complexion, and helps with skin problems
- Tumeric supports joints, detoxifies the liver, helps digestion and inflammation and serves as a natural anti-biotic
So add a little more spice to your year and enjoy the healthy benefits!
Make Your Own Seasoning Mix
Have you ever looked at the back of your seasoning packets? They are loaded with sodium, coloring agents, and modified food starch. Making your own seasoning helps eliminate those additives from getting into your system and keeps your food flavorful! Store in a glass jar in a cool dry place.
Mix it all up!
1-2 tsp. sea salt
2 tsp. basil flakes
1-2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. parsley flakes
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. thyme
½-1 tsp. mustard powder
½ tsp. marjoram
¼- ½ tsp. cayenne pepper
½ tsp. celery seeds
1 tsp. paprika
½ tsp. curry
½ tsp. powdered kelp