We know it, it gives you a taste of our foods but, far from being "the basic incentive" in our lives, the salt is actually one of our worst enemies.
While it is true that it is hard to get rid of that pizquita salt in our meals, we assure you that from the first day that you stop drinking it, your body and your health are going to notice.
Worth the effort and, but I don't believe it, delicious natural alternatives exist that will give joy to your dishes and years to your life. We invite you to know all the data below.
Beware, the "salt life" is not so "healthy"...
The use of salt as a main seasoning and flavor enhancer has a long tradition in our culinary history.In addition to being a good seasoning, salt has been used for a long time as a way to preserve food, has formed part of our day to day and, in a way, we could say that "culturally" us is almost impossible to be without it.
Now well... is so harmful to our health as we say? It is worth knowing that salt is 40 percent sodiumcomposed, and that this is a necessary mineral body.
The problem is at the moment in which we consume it in excess. It is recommended that we never meet 2grams a day, but the real danger is that sources of salt come from very different parts through the food we eat.
According to data from the who (World Health Organization), on average we arrive to consume up to 10 grams a day, which is much.
I.e., not only we obtain salt from that "pizquita" we let fall into the stew, rice or meat to the grill.
Comes to us salt potato chips, that pizza, prepared food and even of some other sweet , although surprised, is also sometimes a little salt to enhance the flavor even more.
At the end of the day in much of those 2 grams, and over the years we exceed appear problems:
- Hypertension
- Fluid retention
- Inflammations
- Kidney problems
- Fall in the level of calcium
- A more acidic and less alkaline body
- Heart problems
- Overweight
Natural and delicious alternatives to salt
We are confident that in your day to day you already use many of these spices. You are not going to recommend that you eliminate completely the salt in your life, but it use with moderation and caution.Think about your health and in your own. It is to invest in quality of life and that is something that is always worth.
So, invite you then to know the best herbs, the most exciting and healthy spices will give flavor to your meals and wellness to your body.
Do you take note?
1. garlic instead of salt
How can we use it?- Chopped
- Powder
- Marinated in olive oil
- Cut into finite slats
In what dishes can you combine well?
Garlic absolutely combines with almost all our meals, is ideal for seasoning soups, for making sauces, Rices, creams, to include it in our salads and, of course, to season any type of meat.
2. cinnamon
How can we use it?- Ground
- In branch
In what dishes can you combine well?
Especially in our desserts, but also sweet and sour dishes or stews. It would be a type of dish with a different flavor but it worth to try.
Infusions of cinnamon are very healthy.
3. laurel
How can we use it?In fresh leaves or dried
In what dishes can you combine well?
Wonderful to combine with meat, for flavoring rice dishes, soups, stews...
Remember Remove Bay leaves before serving your dishes.
4. the onion
How can we use it?- Dry
- Powder
- Minced
- Fresh
In what dishes can you combine well?
- In meat
- In stews
- In creams
- In salads
- In fish
Also read how onions can help you to reduce scars
5. coriander
How can we use it?Always fresh
In what dishes can you combine well?
- In salads
- In soups
- In fish
- With chicken
- With other vegetables
6. the nail
How can we use it?Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
Nail is wonderful to flavor both sweet and savory dishes.
Suitable for meat and fish.
To make desserts.
Sauces.
7. the cumin
How can we use it?Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
- In creams
- Rice
- Fish
- Vegetables
8. the pepper
How can we use it?- Fresh
- Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
Ideal for meats, fish, to make sauces...
9. the parsley
How can we use it?Fresh
In what dishes can you combine well?
- In sauces, dressings
- Fish
Discover how el parsley can take care of your kidneys
10. the thyme
How can we use it?- Fresh
- Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
Ideal for seasoning meats
Also in fish
11. Mint
How can we use it?- Fresh
- Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
Dare to include Mint in some soups, sauces and stews
The Mint is fantastic to make desserts, especially combined with chocolate delicious!
12. Rosemary
How can we use it?- Fresh
- Dry
In what dishes can you combine well?
It is fantastic to make rice dishes, meats, sauces... However, Remember to include it in the last minute of cooking so that it stops all its flavor and its essential oils are not lost. Just a few minutes!
As you can see, these herbs and spices combine with many dishes and, although it is almost always a matter of taste and daring, it is worth to go replacing salt.
Do we start today?
Here ends this article on 12 ways to flavor your food to prevent the consumption of salt. Please continue browsing our site to find more tips to improve your life, and share itwith your friends if you find any useful
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