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9 Spices and Herbs That Can Keep You Healthy

By the editors of FITNESS magazine

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Dried Red Pepper
Nutmeg
Cumin
Turmeric
Cinnamon
Ginger
Sage
Peppermint
Garlic

Extra Links:

The Spice Is Right: Healthy, Spicy Recipes
Spice of Life: Health Benefits of Spices and Herbs
How to Eat for a Healthy Heart

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Keep these spices handy in your spice rack to not only improve the taste of your meals but to keep you healthy, too. These spices have health benefits like lowering cholesterol and preventing cancer.

Dried Red Pepper

The compound capsaicin puts the heat in chilies. It may lower the risk of skin and colon cancers; studies show it also helps people eat fewer calories. Try hot pepper on pizza or in pasta.

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