Seasonings, spices, and herbs usually contain a lot of antioxidants that not only makes them good for cooking but also good for health. Antioxidants in herbs and seasoning can control the amount of fat in the blood, as revealed by recent research.
The study, published in Nutrition Today is analyzing the effects of herbs and spices on the metabolism of the body. Led by Professor Sheila West of Penn State, the researchers found that the levels of triglycerides in the blood increases when a person is eating fatty foods. This could increase the risk of heart disease if socialized. But by eating certain foods and spices, triglyceride levels can be reduced up to 30 percent.
Here are some herbs and spices that can help reduce fat in the blood, as reported by the Daily Health Post (28/11).
1. Garlic Powder
2. Rosemary
3. Oregano
4. Cinnamon
5. The Onion
6. Paprika
7. Turmeric
8. Ginger
9. ground black pepper.
Turmeric supplement combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise even known to decrease triglyceride levels by 60 percent. The effects of this food spices and seasonings to the fat in the blood known to be more effective than drugs used in therapy.
Currently West and his colleagues are doing further research to find out how the food seasoning effects when mixed with fatty foods. To date, the use of herbs and spices on top of the food can be done to control the level of fat in the blood.
