Indian dishes…the secret of flavor is in its spices
Indian cuisine is characterized by the use of a variety of spices, and food lovers from all over the world agree that its exciting uniqueness lies in the use of various types of herbs and spices to achieve exciting and irrepressible flavours.
These spices and herbs, in addition to their taste, not only have medicinal benefits, but also help in weight loss. Yes, what you just read is correct, because they have a thermogenic effect inside the body that can help stimulate metabolism and burn calories. For example, some spices stimulate glucose metabolism, which leads to the burning of fat cells, which leads to a decrease in insulin levels.
Indian spices improve taste and help lose weight (Shutterstock)
Although most spices have unique qualities, here are the spices that Indian weight loss expert Rujota Dayokar believes can transform your body and contribute to getting rid of belly fat with a few changes in the kitchen.
turmeric
Turmeric, also known as the golden spice, is a common spice in Asian cuisine and has been a part of traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda) for thousands of years. Eating turmeric increases the secretion of bile, which helps in the digestion of fats in the body. And it was found during a study conducted by Tufts University that turmeric “had reduced weight gain in mice, and inhibited the growth of adipose tissue.” The role of turmeric in weight loss was examined in a recent research.
Collection of Indian spices (Shutterstock)
How to use turmeric to lose weight?
One of the methods used is to drink turmeric. All you need to do is pour a cup or two of water into a small pot, bring it to a boil, add a little turmeric, stir well, pour it into a cup and drink it when it gets warm.
Another way is to add it to curry recipes, rice dishes, desserts, and other delicacies on a regular basis. Turmeric milk is another option, where the milk is heated for six or seven minutes on medium heat, then the milk is poured into a cup, and the turmeric powder is added and stirred well.
Nutmeg is also a spice that is good for health (Shutterstock)
cumin
Cumin is perhaps one of the best spices that can be added to cooked food to increase fat burning in the body, due to its strong flavor that goes well with any curry or chili recipe. When you eat healthy, balanced and varied foods, adding cumin or other spices to your cooking may be the final touch of boost needed to reach your ultimate weight loss goal.
Cumin can help burn calories faster by stimulating the metabolism and improving digestion. When you have a good and healthy digestive system, and a faster metabolism, you will automatically burn calories. So how can you use cumin for weight loss? There are a lot of ways in which cumin can be used for weight loss.
Cumin hot drink (Shutterstock)
There is an easy way to use cumin seeds in curry dishes, and you can also eat cumin soaked after leaving the seeds in water overnight, then boiling them in the morning, and filtering the drink. You can also add lemon juice to that drink, and eat it on an empty stomach for two weeks.
Indian actress Malaika Arora says she has been taking cumin seeds regularly for years, noting that this mixture helps her body get rid of harmful toxins and improves bowel movement.
Cinnamon is delicious in food and in hot drinks (Shutterstock)
Chili pepper
Cayenne pepper is also a great spice for boosting and stimulating metabolism, and helps in losing weight. “Chili peppers contain a compound called capsaicin, which has been shown to have a thermogenic effect, which means that it temporarily increases the metabolic rate and helps burn more calories,” said Dr. Chanachal Sharma, fertility and nutrition expert at Asa Ayurveda Center in Delhi. It may also stimulate the secretion of brown fat, a type of fat that burns calories in order to generate heat in the body.” Suppression of appetite and fat oxidation are also factors worth noting in relation to the contribution of chili peppers to weight loss and stimulation of metabolism.
India… the land of spices
India has been known for centuries as the land of spices and the spice trade is a great source of income for many Indians. India is also one of the largest producers, consumers and exporters of spices around the world, as it produces 75 types of spices out of a total of one hundred and nine types identified by the International Organization for Standardization. Indian cuisine uses both ground and wholegrain spices in cooking food items. While ground spices enhance the flavor and color of food, spices are used in whole grain form for mixing and fermentation. Indian home kitchens are a treasure trove of ingredients that not only add taste and flavor to multiple dishes, but also have many therapeutic health benefits. There are a variety of spices that can be added to curry recipes and regular dishes without realizing the many nutritional benefits they contain.
cinnamon
Cinnamon is also on the list of distinctively strong spices. While you can get tons of recipes using cinnamon, at the same time you can burn stubborn belly fat with this magical morning drink made of cinnamon and water. This is why many people add cinnamon to their regular morning drink as well. Cinnamon is an ideal fat burning ingredient due to its antimicrobial properties and other health benefits.
Studies show that there is a specific component in cinnamon that is able to mimic the effect of insulin, which helps move sugar from your bloodstream into your cells to be used as fuel.
cardamom
Cardamom has multiple benefits. According to what was stated in the book “Therapeutic Foods” (Healing Foods) published by the “DK Publishing” publishing house: “Cabbahan, which is an effective stimulant for digestion and a diuretic, enhances the metabolism process and helps the body burn fat more effectively.” According to Dr. Richa Vaidya, one of the most important benefits of cardamom is that it helps the body get rid of excess water stored in the form of urine. It also explains that fat accumulates in many people around the abdomen, which leads to the risk of exposure to many health problems, and cardamom water helps prevent fat accumulation by reducing bloating in the abdominal area.
cloves
Cloves are one of the most important spices in Indian cuisine. One might not know that it is possible to add this natural ingredient to a weight loss program to get better results. Due to its cholesterol-lowering properties, it helps regulate cholesterol and glucose levels in the body. The most important property of this magical spice is that it stimulates the metabolism, which may help in weight loss. It also improves digestion by regulating bowel movement, as cloves help improve bowel movement, which also contributes to weight loss.
Fenugreek beans
Fenugreek seeds are highly nutritious and contain a high percentage of fiber. One teaspoon (3.7 grams) of fenugreek seeds provides the body with 0.9 grams of protein and one gram of fiber. The main type of fiber found in fenugreek seeds is galactomanan, which has been shown to inhibit fat accumulation in some studies conducted on rats. Drinking fenugreek tea can help reduce feelings of hunger by suppressing appetite. A study involving overweight Korean women showed that drinking fenugreek before lunch helped them reduce the amount of food they ate, and also helped suppress their appetite. Another Malaysian study showed that adding 5.5 grams of ground fenugreek seeds to rice or bread greatly increased the feeling of satiety in overweight or obese people. So adding fenugreek to the daily diet may help control weight.
fennel
This herb is very beneficial for anyone trying to lose weight, as fennel helps the digestive system to work efficiently. It also helps control hunger, which may help people lose belly fat. It is appropriate to add fennel to any kind of vegetables, or to drink it.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is usually used as a spice. It can also be used to prepare medicines in Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine). Nutmeg is a spice that is usually available in every Indian home, and has miraculous effects in terms of weight loss, as it can help relieve symptoms caused by digestive problems such as constipation, gas or flatulence.
Black pepper
Black pepper, in addition to being used to add flavor to food and enhance its taste, contains many minerals such as magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, iron and dietary fiber. It helps improve metabolism, avoid flatulence, and lose weight. “While spices may have benefits and benefits in terms of metabolism and weight loss, it is worth noting that spices alone cannot guarantee the success of weight loss efforts, it is just one ingredient that may complement and enhance a balanced diet and an active lifestyle,” says Dr. Sharma. ».
