Great for burning fat and promoting metabolism! Turmeric, cumin and other 6 spicy ingredients are the most popular

Guess what! What are the latest healthy eating trends for the new year? According to the special definition of British nutrition experts, 2018 will be the "Year of Spicy Food", and they strongly recommend 6 kinds of spices that can help people eat healthily. That is, adding spices when cooking will make the food healthier and more delicious!

According to the Mail Daily, Rick Hay, a nutritionist and weight management lecturer from the London School of Natural Medicine, said that to eat healthier and more energetic this year, you should be prepared to welcome super healthy food-spices. Whether it is adding a lot of spicy foods to diet and cooking, or using them in daily diet in the form of supplements, in fact, these spicy seasonings are traditionally used in cooking for many years. Now is the time to count the health benefits of these 6 spicy seasonings:

Turmeric

Turmeric is a thermogenic spice that can have a fat-burning effect on the body, generating heat after eating and during digestion. But turmeric's superpower is its ability to reduce inflammation throughout the body, including benefits for osteoarthritis, according to a 2013 study. Nutritionist Kim Pearson said turmeric has many research-proven health benefits, among which the ability to reduce inflammation is key. Studies have also shown that turmeric may be beneficial for digestion, liver health, skin health, and preventing post-exercise soreness.

There is a caveat, however, Pearson explains: The beneficial compounds in turmeric, called curcumin, are known to be poorly absorbed by the body when taken alone. In fact, in the documentary Superfoods: A True Story released last October, it was stressed that in order to benefit from turmeric, it needs to be in a form that is easily absorbed by the body. While adding lots of turmeric to your curries and smoothies won't do your body any harm, the real benefits may require a different form, and a cheek spray may help. Researchers at Cardiff University tested a turmeric oral spray in a pilot study and found it was 4.5 times more effective than tablets, capsules and drops. It is formulated with a unique formula that delivers it directly into the bloodstream through the soft tissues of the mouth.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon nourishes the nervous system by calming blood sugar levels, and multiple studies have shown that it can even help lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, helping to reduce sugar cravings between meals. In addition, cinnamon can also help sleep. It is recommended to drink a small bowl of cinnamon porridge before going to bed, or put some cinnamon in chamomile tea, which can help reduce waking up too early.

★Chili

In a study of Thai women, chili peppers were found to increase metabolic rate by 20% immediately and for 30 minutes. It's not just cayenne pepper that can increase your metabolism after eating. Cinnamon, ginger, mustard and turmeric all have similar thermogenic effects and boost your metabolism. Put a little fresh ginger in warm water, add a pinch of cinnamon and cayenne pepper, and the juice of half a lemon, and drink it before breakfast.

Fenugreek

The bitter seeds of the fenugreek plant are super high in iron, which helps boost bowel function, stimulating and soothing the digestive system. It may also help relieve gas and inflammation including mouth ulcers, skin conditions like eczema and infections, and help lower cholesterol.

A study in India showed that taking 2.5 grams of fenugreek twice a day for 3 months significantly reduced cholesterol levels and triglycerides without affecting good cholesterol in people with non-insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes. A strong tea made from a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds brewed for ten minutes tastes great and works incredible to keep colds at bay.

★Ginger

Ginger can generate heat, and it has also been found that eating ginger can help activate the body's heat production system and promote metabolism. Ginger can also calm the stomach through a chemical called gingerol, which helps the stomach contract. A 2010 study published in the Journal of Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry found that ginger may bind to the brain's serotonin receptors and have a calming effect on anxiety. Serotonin is the brain's feel-good neurotransmitter. If you have a large meal too close to bed, you can make ginger tea by boiling half a teaspoon of ginger in a cup of water for 5 minutes to improve digestion and sleep at night.

★Black cumin

Black cumin contains thymol, which is beneficial for digestive function and can also be used to treat respiratory and skin diseases. Black cumin is known as an “adaptogen,” a buzzword you’ll be hearing in 2018, meaning it has the ability to help protect the body from a variety of illnesses and increase your stress resilience. Adaptogens are particularly useful in helping with stress-related conditions. Black cumin is also a thermogenic spice and when added to cooking, it helps the body produce heat like chili peppers, turmeric, and ginger.