Five Spices To Accelerate Fat Loss

If you regularly tune into my blog you will notice I don’t normally get mixed up in nutritionism (the over analysis of food). Many of the so-called benefits of individual nutrients seem massively overstated and I feel with so many variances on the human condition (stress and sleep patterns, digestive function, food quality, etc) life just isn’t that simple.

Whilst my approach to nutrition might seem radical to some (cutting out processed food, sugar and alcohol is ‘radical’ - please note: sarcastic tone) I do understand that some elements of nutrionism might just work when all the other bases are covered.

One area that I cannot find fault in is the use of spices. In my opinion, even if they don’t accelerate fat loss, they make your food taste nicer and that’s a good thing, right?

So here you go... Five Spices To Accelerate Fat Loss (and make your food taste good)

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is great for controlling blood sugar and improving insulin sensitivity. By controlling blood sugar you prevent the fluctuations that cause cravings therefore it naturally suppresses your appetite and prevents you from overeating.

Ginger

Ginger is great for two reasons. Firstly it aids the digestive process which leads to better absorption and consequently better nourishment. This is a much understated element of fat loss. Ginger also has a thermogenic effect which increases the rate you burn calories.

Red Chilli Powder

Like ginger, red chilli powder has a thermogenic effect. You probably feel it if you eat to much and start to sweat! Nutrients within the red chilli also contain potent metabolism boosting ingredients.

Cardamom

Cardamom is another spice thats great for your digestion. It cannot be overstated the benefits of improving your digestion. Your gut is like your second brain. Treat it well.

Turmeric

Turmeric improves your digestion of fats. This is never gonna be a bad thing. It also is a rich source of antioxidants. That’s why some people consider it a super-food.


I could go on and on. Including spice in your foods is great for health and fat loss.