- Toss the dusty tins. Spices lose antioxidant potency with age. Discard them after two years.
- Store properly. Keep seasonings in a cool, dark place (not on an open rack over the stove or exposed to sunlight). And close lids tightly.
- Focus on frequency. You need regular doses-more than you get from eating sage once a year in turkey stuffing.
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Spice Up Your Diet for Disease Prevention
Shake things up with disease-fighting seasonings and see 3 ways to get the greatest health benefits.
By Janis Graham
From Reader's Digest
Adding spice to your life may reduce heart disease and diabetes, says a University of Georgia study. Seasonings are concentrated sources of disease-fighting phenols. Allspice, cinnamon, cloves, marjoram, mint, oregano, rosemary, sage, tarragon, thyme, and turmeric are all good bets. To get the greatest benefit:
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