Good Eating Monday: Herbs & Spices to Fight Colds
I came home from a conference this past weekend with a slight cold, so I felt inspired today to write about some of the surprising herbs & spices right in your cabinet or even in your frig that can help your body fight off that cold or flu! So today's Good Eating topic is common herbs, spices & foods you have right on hand to help fight colds & flu! \ Eat Extra Vitamin C: Known for boosting the immune system, a little extra Vitamin C when you're sick can't hurt! Common foods full of Vitamin C include not only Citrus, like oranges, tangerines, lemons & grapefruit, but also Kiwi, Broccoli, Strawberries, Yellow & Red Bell Peppers and surprise--Cooked Tomatoes! Turmeric : This yellow spice is great for helping clear out chest congestion. I always keep some on hand for this reason, since colds tend to go to my chest. For congestion, mix 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric into a quarter cup of milk , stir well and swig it down. Do this every 4 hour...