According to experts, spices used in Indian and Asian food can help speed up metabolism, suppress appetite and even stop the formation of fat cells, contributing to weight loss.

British dietician Marilyn Glenville has identified ten spices that can best help weight loss.

Ginseng.

Ginseng contributes to weight loss, increasing energy levels and metabolic rate. While there are a number of different types of ginseng, Marilyn Glenville advises choosing Siberian ginseng, which is classified as an adaptogen. This means that it works in accordance with what your body needs. Ginseng gives energy when required, and helps fight stress and fatigue when a person is under pressure. As you know, stressful situations often increase the consumption of unhealthy foods, which, in turn, leads to weight gain.

Cayenne pepper.

Capsaicin - a substance contained in pepper and responsible for its burning - helps to fight weight gain and obesity, as it reduces caloric intake and reduces the level of fats in the blood. Capsaicin can help with a process called thermogenesis, when your body can convert fat into heat. This means that you burn more fat, and this contributes to weight loss.

Cinnamon.

Cinnamon helps speed up metabolism, reduce blood glucose and improve insulin sensitivity in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. But do not forget that the cinnamon has the property of thinning the blood.

Black pepper.

The substance piperin, contained in black pepper, is similar in its effect to capsaicin. It was found that when black pepper combines with other spices, it helps burn the same number of calories as after a 20 minute walk. In addition, nutritionists recommend seasoning with pepper instead of salt.

Dandelion.

For many people dandelions are a common weed, but traditionally the roots and leaves of this plant were used as a medicine for bloating and digestive disorders. Dandelions contain fiber, so they can help you feel full longer and control your appetite. Dandelion leaves are also very rich in vitamins, including A, C, D and B-complex vitamins. Dandelions also contain a high level of minerals, such as iron, magnesium, zinc, potassium, manganese, copper, choline, calcium, boron and silicon. Nutrient-rich dandelion leaves can be an excellent product for women who are approaching menopause and those whose diet is extremely poor.

Mustard.

Mustard helps to activate metabolism and fat burning. If you are buying ready-made mustard, make sure that it does not contain sugar, since this can have a negative effect on weight, warns Marilyn Glenville. It is also better to replace ketchup with mustard.

Turmeric.

The yellow spice, which is made from the root of the plant of the same name, gives the curry a deep yellow hue. Its active ingredient is curcumin, which, according to experts, help with weight loss.

Ginger.

Ginger can also have a thermogenic effect, like capsaicin, by activating fat burning in the body.

Nutritionists advise to use tea with ginger, which improves digestion.

Caraway.

Studies have shown that adding just one teaspoon of cumin to yogurt every day for three months will help you lose about 1.3 kg. Moreover, people who regularly consumed cumin lost three times as much fat (almost 15%), unlike those who did not do it.

10. Cardamom.

Cardamom is well known for its digestive qualities, reducing gas production, but it can also help burn fat by improving metabolism.

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