Stressed eaters are often emotional eaters, and emotional eating isn't always healthy. Fortunately, there are some strategies to combat that, and once very simple strategy involves adding new spices to your diet. Spices can make foods more flavorful, which may help you resiste the temptation to overindulge. Also, many spices bring health benefits of their own, and learning what they are and how to use them is a simple and enjoyable way to enhance your overall health. I challenge you to try some new recipes with spices, and add a few of them to your regular meal rotation. The following resources are brought to you by some of my fellow About.com Guides, and can help you eat healthfully, even when stressed.
When we're stressed, we may be more susceptible to getting sick. Fear not--these spices can help strengthen your immune system, combat the discomforts of the flu, and more. Learn about the benefits of mint, chamomile, garlic, chili peppers and ginger, and find recipes for each!
If you want to add flavor to foods you already enjoy so you can decrease your salt content without even missing it, here's a directory of meats and other foods, and different spices that go well with them.
Cinnamon has a positive effect on blood sugar, and may have other health benefits as well. Read about the benefits of cinnamon, and find great recipe or two for using cinnamon in your diet.
Cinnamon is such a versatile spice, and has such great benefits, there's even more you need to know. Learn more about the effects of cinnamon on those who are insulin-resistant or diabetic. (Hint: it may help with weight control, as well as other health factors!) You'll also find a longer list of cinnamon-friendly recipes.
