Ginger
Although you might be more accustomed to having ginger in tea, it's a very versatile spice that can also pair well with your favorite slow cooker recipes--while also helping to speed up weight loss.
Specifically, ginger contains gingerols and capsaicin, two compounds that can boost your metabolism.
With that in mind, here are some delicious crock pot recipes you should try to add some more ginger into your diet!
Ginger Lime Chicken
What You'll Need: chicken thighs, Bragg Liquid Aminos or low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, fresh grated ginger, garlic powder, ground pepper
Full Recipe: The Coers Family
Slow Cooker Ginger Carrot Soup
What You'll Need: carrots, onion, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, chicken (or vegetable) stock, coconut milk, parsley
Full Recipe: The Busy Baker
Crock Pot Ginger Chicken And Rice Soup
What You'll Need: low sodium chicken broth, chicken breasts, ginger root, toasted sesame oil, scallions, salt, pepper, star anise pod, cinnamon stick, rice, cilantro
Full Recipe: The Lemon Bowl
Gingery Tofu Slow Cooker Soup
What You'll Need: shiitake mushrooms, lemon, water, carrot, fresh ginger, scallions, kosher salt, ground turmeric, baby bok choy, firm tofu, dry soba noodles
Full Recipe: The Kitchn