Create a condiment tray for your table, and personalize every meal.
For centuries, spices have been used to preserve food and enhance its flavor. When shopping for condiments, look for a variety of choices that can be placed within arm’s reach at mealtime. If you are just beginning your collection, try including one from each of the different palate tastes: salty, sweet, spicy, sour, pungent, and nutty. Also try tamari, brown rice syrup, cayenne pepper, apple cider vinegar, garlic, turmeric, and pumpkin seeds.
Condiments create enjoyable, individualized meals, plus each flavor has a different health benefit.
Tamari: aids digestion and has less sodium than table salt or soy sauce
Brown rice syrup: provides a sweet taste without a rapid spike in blood-sugar levels
Cayenne pepper: enhances blood circulation, warms the body, and stimulates digestion
Apple cider vinegar: cleanses the digestive tract and increases circulation
Garlic: stimulates the metabolism, and is antibacterial and antifungal
Pumpkin seeds: are high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and contain iron and zinc.
Here are some recommended condiments worthy of experimentation. Feel free to add your favorites.
Basic spices (cinnamon, cumin, curry powder, garlic, ginger, oregano, turmeric)
Peppers/salts (freshly ground black pepper, cayenne, chili powder, chili flakes, sea salt)
Vinegars (apple cider, balsamic, red wine)
Oils (extra-virgin olive, coconut, sesame, toasted sesame)
Sauces (Bragg’s amino acids, hot sauces, salad dressings, tamari)
Sweeteners (agave nectar, barley malt, brown rice syrup, honey, maple syrup, stevia)
Other (ketchup, mustard, pickles, sauerkraut, jalapeños )
Turmeric is one of many wonderful and vibrant Indian spices. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory properties and as a digestive aid. I use it in my cooking (to which it gives a golden and appealing color) and in smoothies to maintain optimal gut health.
Spices greatly contribute to our health. They can aid in digestion and help in fat breakdown. Your collection of condiments can be used for therapy and prevention. Spice up your meals with healing and lovely condiments. Stay healthy and vigorous.
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