13 Herbs For Faster And Easier Weight Loss

There have been many herbs and spices shown to reduce food cravings and boost fat burning and weight loss.

Anybody who is trying to lose weight should, of course, look into those as they are really helpful and with them, your weight loss efforts will be much easier and you will achieve your goals quicker.

Following is a list of some spices and herbs that can be of great help in your weight loss journey.

1. Cinnamon

If you're into sweets, this is a sure hit for you!

This spice reduces sugar cravings and regulates blood sugar levels which, in turn, helps to burn off those extra fat storages. It’s filled with antioxidants which means it aids many health properties.

Research has shown that a compound within cinnamon has similar properties of insulin which causes sugar to be transported into the bloodstream and to be used as fuel.

It also keeps you full for a longer time by decreasing the number of food processing enzymes and thus slowing the breakdown of carbs.

You can add cinnamon to lots of recipes and reduce fat by eating something delicious.

2. Turmeric

Even though many people just use it because of the taste and don't think more about it, turmeric is incredible when it comes to weight loss.

Curcumin, an active ingredient in turmeric increases your body's heat levels and that causes the metabolism to increase.

An animal study showed that curcumin has the ability to block the synthesis of fat and therefore reducing body fat.

This compound has been excessively studied and all its effects on both inflammation and weight loss.

So take a little turmeric and put it in your favorite dishes. Not only will you spice the dish, but you'll also spice your metabolism and burn belly fat!

3. Cumin

Cumin belongs to the parsley family. It is a spice made from the ground seeds of a plant called “Cuminum cyminum” and it has a very specific flavor.

It has very positive effects on health and it can also significantly impact weight loss.

Studies have been performed on adults which all showed a significant reduction in weight just by adding cumin to regular foods like yogurt or taking cumin supplements.

4. Fenugreek

This plant belongs to the legume family.

Studies have been performed that have found that fenugreek may be able to control your appetite which in turn reduces the amount of food you're putting in your body and reduces weight.

Two studies showed both increased feeling of fullness, reduced hunger and decreased daily fat intake.

You can use the fenugreek spice in your dishes to reap the weight loss benefits.

5. Dandelion

Dandelion is full of vitamins and minerals and it reduces cholesterol and removes fatty acids from the digestive system.

It also serves as a mild diuretic. For those reasons, it was used in Chinese medicine to cleanse the body and stimulate urine production without loss of vitamins and minerals.

You can use dried dandelion in the form of tea bags which you can buy in a grocery store and make tea.

6. Ginseng

Ginseng speeds up metabolism and boosts energy levels which keeps you energized longer.

The Chinese have been using it for thousands of years to improve health and increase endurance. There are several categories which include Korean, Chinese and American which are all a part of the same genus.

Ginseng also improves the body’s ability to cope with stress which is one of the biggest reasons for gaining weight.

Studies have been performed on animals which showed that Ginseng can alter fat formation and delay intestinal fat absorption which means that it prevents the body from storing fat and therefore keeps your belly size from increasing.

One of the best uses for ginseng is to cut it up, put in hot water and drink it in tea form or you can just buy tea bags.

7. Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper is a great addition to meals with a side benefit of calorie burning and feeling of fullness.

It’s a type of chili pepper used to add spice to dishes but it does a lot more than that!

Because of an active compound “capsaicin”, which is the compound that makes food hot, it provides great health benefits.

It can slightly increase metabolism which makes you burn more calories throughout the day.

It can also reduce hunger by reducing levels of ghrelin, a hormone which stimulates hunger and therefore helps in weight loss even more!

So use it to both stop you from eating too much and burn those fat deposits you already have!

8. Black pepper

This common household spice native to India has a specific and pungy flavor which is a consequence of a compound called piperine.

This compound also has great weight loss properties with a study showing reduced body weight in rats and inhibition in the formation of fat cells.

9. Peppermint

Mint is not only great for keeping your breath fresh but it also helps you control your appetite and cravings.

It also improves your digestion and all that makes your belly smaller and figure leaner.

Use organic mint leaves from the market, put in hot water and let it rest for a couple minutes, then sweeten with organic honey if you want.

10. Ginger

Ginger contains lots of antioxidants and is very good for getting rid of excess toxins from your body and cleaning all the bad stuff from your system.

It is a spice made from the rhizome of the ginger plant “Zingiber officinale” and has been used for a long time in Chinese traditional medicine.

It helps your body to increase the rate of fat burning and for the body to operate on a higher level.

Studies have shown that it has a significant effect on body weight and belly fat by increasing metabolism and also decreasing fat absorption and reducing appetite.

Peel the skin off and cut the ginger up into little pieces, put it into hot water and let it sit for a while, after which you can add some organic honey and then drink the delicious ginger tea, at home or on the go!

11. Coriander

A bad digestive system is one of the largest factors in weight gain, which coriander improves and therefore helps you to lose weight.

Coriander is mostly used in Asian and Mexican cuisine, it is full of nutrients and it can be also used as a drink.

You can make tea from coriander leaves and drink it throughout the day.

12. Garlic

This is an extremely powerful antioxidant and detoxifier that everybody should have in their kitchen.

The health benefits are tremendous, some of which include a boost of immunity, relaxing and protecting blood vessels, reducing blood pressure etc.

The important fact about garlic when it comes to weight loss is that it removes cravings and the compounds in it are responsible for reducing body fat. It also increases energy levels and burns more calories.

A good thing is that it can be added to almost anything.  You can add it when you're stir-frying your vegetables, for example.

Use dry, firm and white garlic cloves and use them in your vegetable dishes.

13. Oregano

 This perennial plant that belongs to the same family as mint, basil, thyme, rosemary, and sage supports the digestive system and reduces bloating.

It contains carvacrol, a compound which has the ability to aid weight loss which was proven in a study with mice. It has an effect on specific genes and proteins which directly affect the synthesis of fat in the body.

Definitely, use fresh oregano and add it in the finishing stages of cooking to preserve the nutrients.