Question:
Are there certain spices not good for you?

I am 19 mos post op, ( roux n y surgery). Tastes have changed. Enjoy anything ginger now. What is considerated moderation for a ginger lover? I love ginger tea, Chai latte, ting, ting jahe ginger chews    — Susan33324 (posted on February 22, 2008)

February 22, 2008
I don't believe that there IS a limit. Ginger is considered a tonic and is good for you. It's a food. I slice raw ginger in my green tea everyday b4 and after surgery. I also love to eat it in foods. As long as it agrees with your stomach I wouldn't worry. It's just another variety of food. Ginger rules !! Pam .
   — celtcat

February 23, 2008
i crave hot foods!!! anything with crushed red peppers, jalapeno peppers, hot banana peppers, etc. i add them to EVERYTHING!!! as long as you can tolerate it it should be ok.
   — RNlvnCARSON

February 24, 2008
Ginger is a great for the stomach. You can use whatever spices you can tolerate. I personally cannot handle red pepper like I used to. And it will burn and make me uncomforatble. Ginger is awesom for settling the tummy! Be careful with the ginger chews (my favorite!) They are high in sugar! :) Wish they were made with splenda!
   — .Anita R.

February 25, 2008
I love spicy foods. Anything that has jalapenos or hot pepper in it. I also love chili (Hot & Spicy.) Mamash
   — Mamash