I love salty food! But too much salt (As we all know) is not good for you so I stock my cupboards with tons of spices and herbs so that when I feel that I need more flavor I can go crazy on seasonings without going over on my salt intake!
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If you buy a few herbs and/or spices with every shopping trip your pantry will soon be bursting with flavor.
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Burn a few extra calories by using a black pepper grinder. You keep your hands and forearms stronger with the benefit of fresh seasoning. In fact, opt for fresh herbs whenever possible - the flavors will help you feel satisfied with fewer calories!
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Reduce salt intake to reduce the risk of high blood pressure and other illnesses.
Cook your food without salt as some items have salt already in it and limit your salt intake. Try vinegars or other spices to enhance the flavor of your foods.
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