Spanish dishes such as the rice dish paella and the beef, chicken and chorizo stew with chickpeas called cocido Madrileño. Use roasted garlic in any dish that calls for raw, powdered or minced garlic. When substituting for raw garlic, start with 1/8 teaspoon for each clove and season to taste.
Sage
Current research indicates that sage may be able to improve brain function and memory, especially in people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s disease is accompanied by a drop in the level of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in the brain. Sage inhibits the breakdown of acetylcholine
Oregano
For a twist on the typical grilled cheese, prepare the sandwich with sliced mozzarella cheese, sliced tomato, and 1/4 teaspoon Oregano leaves. For Italian flare add oregano to pizza, spaghetti sauces, and other tomato-based sauces. Use Mexican oregano – found in chili powders to add flavor to chili con carne and other Mexican dishes.
Keep in Mind
There is no clear evidence that herbs and spices will help manage diabetes. Talk to your diabetes healthcare provider about any herbs or supplements you are taking. You want to make sure that any supplement you take doesn’t interact negatively with your medication. Using herbs and spices in cooking is the safest way to benefit from all their health potential.
Constance Brown-Riggs, is a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, national speaker and author of the Diabetes Guide to Enjoying Foods of the World, a convenient guide to help people with diabetes enjoy all the flavors of the world while still following a healthy meal plan. Follow Constance on social media @eatingsoulfully