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Creamy kormas might seen like a health hazard, but new research
has revealed that heading down to the curry house may help you slim.
Dutch scientists recently discovered ginger, turmeric, cumin and
chilli - all typically found in curries - help the body burn fat
when combined together.
But curries don't just whittle away your waistline - they also
ward off colds. capsaicin, found in chillies, stimulates secretions
that help clear mucus from blocked noses and ginger acts as a natural
antihistamine and decongestant.
Scottish researchers have also found the spices in curries contain a
naturally occurring painkiller called salicylate, the main ingredient
in aspirin.And the Hotter the curry, the better - it;s estimated a
serving of vindaloo contains more salicylate than a tablet. What
better excuse to put your local curry house in speed dial?
Tips for learner curries:
- Spoon out any excess oil, and choose chicken, prawn, vegetable
or lentil curries
- Eat 'dry' dishes like tandoori chicken (300 cals, 8g fat per
serving) rather than creamy sauces such as chicken korma (870 cals,
54g fat).
- Opt for boiled rice rather than pilau rice - you'll save
290 cals and 34g fat.
- Skip th sides. A poppadom contains 65 cals and 3g fat. An onion bhaji
has 190 cals and 16g fat and a Naan bread has 300 cals and 5g fat.
Extract from an October issue of 'first' Magazine - Emap Entertainment
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