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Consuming spices may add more than just flavor to your food.
Cayenne Pepper
Capsaicin is the main bioactive ingredient in cayenne pepper.
Garlic
Some research indicates that the sulfur compoundallicinin garlic may have anti-obesity properties, but the results are inconsistent.
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However, there is no high-quality evidence supporting the use of fenugreek for weight loss or any health condition.
The women who drank fenugreek tea reported fewer feelings of hunger and more satiety.
However, the fenugreek tea did not affect calorie consumption.
Other small studies have demonstrated the potential impact of fenugreek on weight loss.
However, further studies are needed to determine the mechanisms of appetite-reducing properties of black pepper.
In research on rats, small doses of piperine significantly increased levels ofhigh-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
However, piperine did not promote a change in food appetite.
In another study, 16 participants who drank a black pepperbased beverage had increased satiety.
Cinnamon
The compoundcinnamaldehydefound in allvarieties of cinnamonhas several properties that allow it to work as a natural weight-loss aid.
Research indicates that cinnamon supplementation can significantly impact obesity measures.
Results were strongest in people older than 50 years and those with a baseline BMI of 30 or greater.
Research suggests that curcumin may improve weight by increasing metabolism, which increases the amount of energy you use.
An evaluation of studies involving curcumin indicates that supplements containing curcumin support weight loss and a decrease in BMI.
However, researchers also advise that using curcumin with increased exercise or other lifestyle changes may support weight loss.
Ginger
Some research indicates that weight loss may be one of thehealth benefits of ginger.
The studies analyzed also showed that ginger improved HDL cholesterol levels.
However, other markers such as BMI, triglycerides, and total cholesterol were unaffected.
Ginger was also linked with weight loss in a study of 80 women with obesity.
They also improved body composition in parameters such as reduced fat mass and mass percentage.
Cardamom
While cardamon has anti-inflammatory properties that may impact weight loss, research on humans is limited.
Researchers reported that consuming cardamom could regulate appetite, resulting in improved energy expenditure and lowering body fat mass.
This can help you prevent possible drug interactions and avoid adverse effects for the best results.
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