POWER SPICING

In Power Spicing, registered dietician Rachel Beller explains the benefits of spices and how they work in sync, offering 60 simple recipes that not only taste great, but are also chock-full of health benefits.

First there was juicing, then souping - now, there's spicing! When it comes to food trends, there's nothing hotter. Everyone is talking about the powers of spices, not just for boosting flavor, but for boosting nutrition as well. For thousands of years, spices such as cayenne, turmeric, and cinnamon have been appreciated for their medicinal properties. They're uber-concentrated sources of antioxidants and phytochemicals, which offer a plethora of health benefits. Beller unlocks the potent power of spices, outlining the flavor profiles and health benefits of 27 common spices and herbs, plus tips for storage and cooking to get maximum nutrients from each spice. She also shares spice blends that work together to promote absorption and boost effectiveness of key nutrients, plus tips for making your own spice blends at home

The recipes all feature healthy, whole ingredients, and there are plenty of gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. POWER SPICING is your primer to demystifying the healing powers of spices and their ability to fight inflammation, burn fat, protect your organs, and boost your metabolism, all while enjoying flavor-packed dishes for every meal of the day.

Rachel Beller, author of the bestselling book Eat to Lose, Eat to Win as well as Power Souping, is a registered dietitian and has a masters degree in nutritional science. She is the founder of the Beller Nutritional Institute in Beverly Hills, where she offers nutrition counseling to people of all ages and backgrounds, including celebrities like Sheryl Crow and Laura Dern. Rachel is a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society and is actively involved in community outreach.