How to warm your body on cold days with 7 common kitchen spices.
Hoa Le•January 11, 2018 19:30
(Baonghean.vn) - Besides clothing and room heating equipment, housewives can help their family members have a less cold winter by adding commonly used spices to their meals.
Garlic:Not only does garlic help lower cholesterol levels, but it's also a heat-generating spice. The vitamin B2 in garlic contains flavin mononucleotide and flavin dinucleotide acids, essential catalysts in protein metabolism. Winter is a time when people often suffer from bronchitis and asthma. Adding a few slices of crushed garlic to soups and stir-fries can help generate a significant amount of heat for the body. (Image: Internet)
Ginger:With its distinctive spicy flavor, ginger can treat colds caused by exposure to cold air. Adding a thin slice of ginger to seafood dishes or everyday meals can help prevent allergies and increase body temperature. (Image: Internet)
Chilli:Chili peppers are an indispensable spice for warming the body whenever needed. Eating a small piece of chili pepper on a freezing winter day can make you feel "heated." However, they should be combined with other foods for the best results, because if not consumed properly, chili peppers can have unpredictable consequences. Photo: Internet
Turmeric:With antibacterial and antifungal properties and the ability to lower blood cholesterol, consuming fresh turmeric provides spiciness and fat, helping the body dissipate heat quickly. (Image: Internet)
Pepper:Pepper has a warming effect on the body and is added to dishes, especially those with a strong fishy smell. The spicier it is, the warmer it feels. However, because of its spiciness, it can affect the stomach, so it should be consumed in moderation. Pepper is particularly beneficial for people with asthma, especially during changes in weather. Because of its warming properties, attention should be paid to the dosage, especially for those with stomach problems. (Image: Internet)
Cinnamon:Cinnamon is an easy-to-use and delicious spice. Simply adding ½ teaspoon of cinnamon powder to your coffee or tea daily can help prevent aging, regulate blood sugar, and especially lower cholesterol. Adding cinnamon to your daily diet provides energy, helps the body generate heat, and keeps you warm. Additionally, cinnamon has a sweet flavor that can be added to hot pot or broth to enhance the taste. (Image: Internet)
Honey:Packed with vitamins and minerals, honey is known more as a golden recipe for beauty than for keeping the body warm. Therefore, just a spoonful of honey in your tea or coffee will make you feel noticeably warmer. (Image: Internet)
(Baonghean.vn) - Cold weather weakens the body's immune system, and the dryness causes the body to lose water easily. The organs most affected by water loss are the nose, throat, mouth, and respiratory tract. Therefore, during the cold transitional seasons, we need to pay attention to the following five illnesses.
(Baonghean.vn) - The weather is getting colder every day. We need to pay special attention to keeping our bodies warm to maintain good health. In keeping the body warm, we cannot overlook keeping the six most important body parts warm:
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