Have a Spice Day...

Recently, the news headlines have been peppered (ha ha) with emerging research about the possible health benefits of certain spices. Black pepper, for example, contains the component piperine. A recent study found that piperine can help block the formation of new fat cells. YES! And everyone's buzzing about garlic, since new findings indicate a compound in garlic is 100 times more effective than a couple of popular antibiotics when it comes to fighting a common food-borne illness. While eating more garlic won't necessarily prevent food poisoning, experts predict it could be used in treating meats and food-prep surfaces. YEAH!  And for the hungry boys out there, a new study out of Long Island University has found a link between oregano consumption and the treatment of prostate cancer -- the carvacrol in oregano induced cell death in the cancer cells. Herb's the word!

Until Monday - Keep thinking veggies and protein!