1. Spices and health risks?

Spices such as salt, sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce, vinegar ... not only increase the flavor of the dish but also become indispensable in culinary culture.However, recently, many information that some spices are not good for health, many people are bewildered.

In fact, overuse of too much spice can bring the following negative effects:

Increase the risk of obesity

Spices contain large amounts of sodium and sugar, which can stimulate taste and make us eat more than necessary.In particular, excess sugar will convert into fat, increase the risk of obesity, a common health problem today.

Risk of cardiovascular disease

Sodium in salt and other spices if excessive consumption will increase blood pressure, causing water retention in the body.This increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, stroke, or even heart failure.

Sodium in salt and other spices will increase the risk of cardiovascular disease if consumed excessive.

Mechanical and nervous impairment

Spice abuse not only causes electrolyte imbalance in the body but also affects the activity of muscles and nerves.Excessive sodium consumption can lose important minerals such as potassium and magnesium, causing arrhythmia or muscle cramps.

2. Improperly preserving spices: the factor increases the risk of cancer, causing health harm

What is more worrying is how to preserve spices.Some types of storage at normal temperatures, in wet conditions may be moldy and produce aflatoxin, a substance capable of causing high cancer.

Therefore, with different spices, people should note the following:

VinegarAs a solvent capable of dissolving toxic substances from the container, so it should be carefully preserved.The best way is to use glass jars to store, help ensure the safety and quality of vinegar during use.

PepperIt is easy to get mold or smell if stored improperly.Therefore, with dry pepper, it is necessary to store pepper in a cool, dry place, so it should be used in a closed lid, which can be used for 2-3 years without worrying about losing quality.After grinding, pepper only retains the best flavor in a few months.Therefore, it is advisable to grind a small amount of sufficient use and store in closed glass jars to limit the fragrance of flying away.

It is necessary to preserve the proper spices to avoid affecting the quality, producing mold and toxic substances for health.

ToGinger and coverLong time, you can store in the refrigerator.Before stored, need to wrap ginger and lemongrass with foil, food wrap or cloth, then put in a sealed plastic bag before placing it in the cool compartment.With this approach, ginger and lemongrass can keep the freshness and nutrients within 2 months.

For preservationchilliFresh for a long time, clean and drain after cutting off the stem.Then, put the chili in a closed box and put in the freezer compartment.When used, just take out the chili and wash with water to soften the chili.This is the most effective way to keep fresh chili and not lose the flavor.

3. How to use spices safely and effectively?Do immediately 3 things below

Although we can not completely eliminate spices from daily meals, we can make some adjustments to minimize health risks.

Examination of expiry date

Spices expired or almost expired can cause unsafe food hygiene.Always check the expiry date and label before buying.After opening the lid, you should use it during the recommended time to ensure quality.

We can make some adjustments when using spices to minimize health risks.

Reduce spices used

Reduce salt by choosing low sodium salt or sea salt to reduce the risk of hypertension.

Reduce sugar through replacing refined sugar with natural sugars like honey or coconut sugar.

Limit the use of monosodium glutamate but use natural ingredients such as mushrooms, tomatoes to increase the natural sweetness for the dish.

Prioritize natural spices such as using herbs such as onions, garlic, ginger, lemongrass to increase the flavor instead of depending on industrial spices.

Note during cooking

Avoid cooking for too long with spices because cooking at high temperatures for too long can lose nutrition and produce bad substances for health.At the same time, using less grease, for example, instead of frying, you can choose healthier cooking methods such as steaming, boiling or grilling.

Conclusion

Spices are the "soul" of cuisine, but improper use can turn them into health hazards.Understanding how to use and preserve spices not only helps you protect your health and family but also contribute to improving the quality of your daily meals.

 (*Source: sohu, aboluowang ...)