Category Spices

Star Anise

Chef Gong's recommended star anise, as an ingredient for gut-healthy Southeast Asian meals

What: Spice made from the fruit of a Chinese evergreen tree. Why: Contains linalool, shikimic acid, gallic acid, limonene – all of which are antioxidants that can tackle leaky gut. Not to mention that it makes soup & sauces taste…

Babas Meat Curry Powder

Chef Gong's recommended Babas Curry Powder, as an ingredient for gut-healthy Southeast Asian meals

What: Curry powder to cook curry or as simple seasoning. It’s a mix of turmeric, coriander, cumin, ginger, and chili powder, among potentially many other spices. Why: Combines a ton of natural spices into one, offering vitamins & nutrients that…

Organic Paprika

Chef Gong's recommended paprika

What: Pounded blend of red pepper, chili pepper, and bell peppers. Common in Hungarian cuisine. Why: Contains antioxidants & vitamin A that help tackle leaky gut & prevent diseases. To put on: Eggs, meat, soups. Where to get it: Find it…

Organic Harissa

Chef Gong's recommended harissa, as an ingredient for gut-healthy Southeast Asian meals

What: Spice made from chili peppers, cayenne, paprika and coriander. Why: Natural spice with tons of vitamins, such as Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and magnesium. Nutrients to tackle leaky gut. To put on: Any meats like chicken, beef, pork Any…

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar bottles

What: Healthy vinegar to add on cooked dishes & as a dipping. Why: TONS of health benefits. Fermented = friendly bacteria = better digestion system. Where to find it: Find it here on Amazon. Fun fact: A great dipping sauce…

Himalayan Salt

Chef Gong's recommended Himalayan salt, as an ingredient for gut-healthy Southeast Asian meals

What: The purest sea salt. Why: Other salts often come from the ocean and contain tons of micro-plastic & toxins. Where to get: Find it here on Amazon.

Turmeric

Chef Gong's recommended turmeric, as an ingredient for gut-healthy, Southeast Asian meals

Why it’s healthy: Anti-inflammatory = fight cancer. Also a natural painkiller. Recommended daily intake = 300mg of turmeric. What it pairs well with… Curry Meats like chicken, beef, pork Vegetables like broccoli Where to get it: Find it here on…

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