Spices

Spices started to be used long ago.  Early they used spices not just for flavoring but also for medicine. They do enhance the flavor of your meal. However, the seasoning can take away from the natural flavor too. Also, spices are not as pure these days. Read the labels and ensure you are not getting other additives. Preservatives and emulsifiers can kill your healthy bacteria so be aware.

Spices, Seasonings and flavorings

Remove these food enhancers from my food They came into use as medicines long ago Now these powerful friends rule the roost As they flavor the roast   Cinnamon, turmeric and other medicines Entice me to eat to the point of gluttony Because I love what they do to my food As they put me into the eating mood   I read the label on this processed stuff And marvel at the mighty list Some 400 items the USDA permits They are now called natural ingredients   Some will kill the germs And maybe me too     They can have side effects As all medicines do My food is seen by my body As a powerful medicine   The ancient people knew Let your food be your medicine As Hippocrates said Two thousand years ago