278: If you're looking to boost your metabolism, lose weight, de-bloat, or just want some creative ways to spice up your meals with sweet and savory recipe ideas—you’re in the right place. Today, I’m joined by Nagina Abdullah, who shares her personal story of losing 40 pounds by adding fat-blocking spices to her meals and completely transforming the way she experiences food.

We bust some major myths, like: Do spices actually expire? (Spoiler: yes—so when should you toss them?) Plus, we dive into which spices help with bloating and the surprising spice you probably already have in your pantry that’s been shown to block fat absorption.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or totally new to the kitchen, Nagina shares practical tips and recipes that make it easy to start living a flavorful, spice-filled life.

Topics Discussed: 

→ The spice that blocks fat

→ Spices that support weight loss

→ Common misconceptions about spices

→ Time-saving kitchen tips

→ How to freeze spices properly

→ The spice that reduces facial puffiness

→ Simple, delicious recipes using spices 

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→ 3 health benefits of using this spice

→ 5 ways to use it in your day

→ An easy recipe using this spice

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