Spice Up Meals and Boost Antioxidants:

from The Indianapolis Star

Research by Baltimore based McCormack & Company has identified seven ‘super spices’ for health improvement:

1. cinnamon [regulates blood sugar]
2. ginger [nausea relief]
3. oregano [anti-bacterial properties]
4. red peppers: cayenne, crushed red peppers, paprika
5. rosemary
6. thyme
7. turmeric [found in curry powder]

Use these spices to reduce salt, sugar and fat intake.

Three Ways to spice up meals:

1. Breakfast: sprinkle cinnamon on yogurt, oatmeal, French toast or muffin batter; a dash of thyme on scrambled eggs or omelets.
2. Lunch: add oregano or red peppers to soup, chicken/tuna salads, or vinaigrette dressing; ginger over fresh fruit or in lemonade and juices; oregano to grilled sandwiches.
3. Dinner: add rosemary or curry powder to side dishes like mashed/roasted potatoes, rice or couscous.

visit: www.spicesforhealth.com