which may be a weapon against cancer, suggests a 2015 review in the journal
Molecules. (Curcumin could also ease arthritis symptoms.) Team turmeric with
black pepper and your body may absorb even more of that curcumin goodness.
Cauliflower-Coconut Soup: Cook 240 g chopped onion in 2 tablespoons olive
oil with 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and ¾ teaspoon
coarse salt, plus freshly ground black pepper to taste, over medium-high heat for
4 minutes. Stir in 480 ml water, 800 g cauliflower florets, and 240 ml light
coconut milk. Simmer for 15 minutes. Carefully transfer to a blender and puree.
Serves 4, 173 calories
Spiced Scrambled Eggs: For every 2 large eggs, beat in ¼ teaspoon ground
cumin and ⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric. Add a generous pinch each of coarse
salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook.
HOW TO CHOOSE BOOZE
If you remember my stories about Luigi and the folks who live in the Blue
Zones (see page 25), you already know how I feel about alcohol. It’s fine in
moderation and it’s a part of life that people enjoy. Some alcohol even
contains ingredients that promote health and longevity. Moderation, of
course, can be difficult, depending on the situation (weddings, happy hours,
and TGIF nights have especially notorious reputations). Many, many
people eat fairly well but can’t seem to lose weight, and the culprit often
lies with the amount of alcohol they consume. If you’re a social drinker
prone to having “one too many,” then try some of these tricks:Don’t order tonic water in your mixed drinks. It has 62 calories and
16 grams of sugar per serving. Better to go with sparkling water.
Champagne and sparkling wines have less than 90 calories per 115-
ml glass. Not bad for celebratory bubbles.
Order a glass of water with whatever you’re drinking. Either
alternate sips or alternate drinks—for every alcoholic beverage you
have, down a glass of water before the next one.
If you’re going with a more exotic mixed drink like a margarita or