The two most prominent spices are garlic and ginger, both of which contain cardiovascular and lipid metabolism active ingredients, which are recommended by international experts to be added to your daily diet.
Dr. Michael Mosley (UK), a nutritionist famous for many studies on metabolism, said that garlic contains allicin, a compound that can reduce LDL cholesterol and prevent the body from producing too much bad blood fat. Garroline is best when it is crushed and left for a few minutes before cooking. This mechanism helps allicin to be activated and absorbed more, he explained.
Many studies in the US and Europe also show that people who consume garlic daily have more stable blood fat levels and a lower risk of atherosclerosis than those who do not.
Ginger is a second spice that is highly appreciated by experts. According to research published in the International Journal of Cardiology, ginger extract helps reduce triglycerides, improve fat metabolism and reduce inflammation, a contributing factor to cardiovascular disease. Dr. Dana Ellis Hunnes ( University of UCLA, USA) said: "Ginger acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping the body regulate blood lipids and reducing the risk of metabolic diseases when combined with a healthy diet".
Experts note that garlic and ginger are not a specialty medicine, but a supporting spice, promoting their effectiveness when combined with a low-fat diet, limiting sugar, increasing green vegetables and exercising regularly. Patients who are taking anti-depressants or anticoagulants should consult a doctor before taking a large dose of garlic or ginger.
Incorporating these two spices into your daily meals is simple: add garlic to stir-frying, mix with garlic, marinate with meat, or use ginger for stewing, soup, warm ginger tea. This small adjustment can help protect the heart, control blood lipids and maintain more sustainable health.
