[DJElizardo]

I agree,, I think these advice/tips can be utilized in all diets/WOE plans.. I like the fact that SB is a close relative to our eating style too, because there is more applicable advice..

Here's the tip for today:

Spice Up The South Beach Diet


The following Daily Dish is part of a series for National Nutrition Month

Tired of the same-old seasonings? It's easy to reinvent your meals by experimenting with new or exotic herbs and spices. Trying new tastes will open up numerous possibilities while keeping your diet exciting and fun.

Here are just a few ways to breathe new life into your meals using herbs and spices:

Go Asian: Spices like coriander, cardamom, cumin, lemongrass, ginger, and red pepper will lend your foods that Asian flare. Some of them (like cardamom) can be very potent, so make sure you go easy when experimenting. If you're unsure about how to use these spices, pick up a cookbook from your local library and modify the recipes to fit The South Beach Diet™.

Go Italian: Herbs like parsley, basil, rosemary, and thyme are all key ingredients in Italian food, as are spices like garlic and allspice. They can be bought fresh (potent) or dried (less potent) and can be added to soups, sauces, and even tossed with salads.

Go Mexican: Want to enjoy the Mexican flavor without all the fat and refined carbs? Try experimenting with hot peppers, cilantro, and garlic. You can add them to soup or salads, or cook them with meat.

**Ya know, I've always known/heard this... if you add spices to your meals, you are in the long run more satisfied after the meal and have fewer cravings. Personally, I use a TON of spices in my cooking.. and then if I eat other people's cooking it so often tastes bland.. leaving me unsatisfied and craving more food.. even though I'm not really hungry..
So, I definitely have to agree with "kick it up a notch"!!!! (Yes, Emeril is a God!)
BTW.. I even season my salads... I just can't eat it anymore without my seasonings.. I use garlic/salt/pepper.. on a regular basis and will sometimes throw in a variety of other things, depending on the main course and/or my mood.. My hubby doesn't even add dressing to it anymore.