The fall and winter months are the perfect time of year to add more flavor and spice to your diet. Not only from a flavor standpoint, but to help support a strong immune system as well. Adding anti-inflammatory spices to your diet can help reduce your inflammatory load and also keep germs at bay.Â
Here are the top seven spices to add to your diet this fall to keep you strong and healthy.
The Top 7 Spices to Enjoy This Fall to Reduce InflammationÂ
#1 Turmeric: Turmeric is the most well-known anti-inflammatory spice that makes a great addition to a healthy and balanced diet. Try adding a sprinkle to your smoothies or whisked into your morning cup of coffee for an added boost.Â
#2 Ginger: Ginger is a great flavorful spice this time of year that also holds some impressive anti-inflammatory health properties. Try sipping on some ginger tea or adding a pinch of ginger to a smoothie or a cup of coffee to help reduce inflammation.Â
#3 Cayenne Pepper: If you like spicy food, cayenne pepper is a great spice to enjoy this time of year. It’s also great for clearing the sinuses and built-up congestion if you do happen to come down with a germ. You can add some cayenne pepper to fresh pressed apple juice, or add it to any recipe you think could use some added heat.Â
#4 Cinnamon: Cinnamon makes a delicious addition to any fall breakfast of sweet treat recipe. You can add cinnamon to a bowl of oatmeal, or try making some healthier oatmeal cookies using rolled oats, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and raw unsweetened cocoa nibs for a guilt-free treat.Â
#5 Nutmeg: Nutmeg is another delicious fall spice that also tastes great in oatmeal or guilt-free sweet treats. You can also try adding some to a coconut milk yogurt parfait for a fall flavor.Â
#6 Clove: Cloves also hold some great anti-inflammatory properties, and can spice up any recipe this time of year. Try adding a sprinkle of dried cloves to almond four muffins, mixed into some overnight oats, or sprinkled into your morning tea or coffee.Â
#7 Magnificent Mushrooms Immunity Blend: While not a spice, this mushroom blend contains powerful immune-boosting mushrooms like reishi and turkey tail to keep your immune system strong, and keep you healthy this fall.Â
The Bottom Line
Spices can make a great addition to a healthy diet, and these seven spices can take your health to the next level this fall. Try adding these to your diet to reduce inflammation and support better health.Â