MSI Research Pillars

MSI research is focused on five broad areas related to spices and herbs:

Diet Quality

MSI is researching whether adding spices and herbs to nutrient-dense foods could help people choose a healthier diet. More..

Inflammation

MSI research is currently looking at how spices and herbs are affecting inflammatory biomarkers. More..

Weight Management

We are investigating whether spices can make small changes in thermogenesis and other metabolic factors. More..

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: MSI Funded

MSI Funded Paper: Potential Health Benefits of Ginger (August, 2011)

An overview of the potential health benefits of ginger by Dr. Keith Singletary.

More Diet Quality Research

MSI Funded Study on Rosemary and Cognitive Function (September, 2011)

A randomized placebo controlled study that looked at the effects of dried rosemary on cognitive function in an older adult population.

More Inflammation Research

MSI Funded Study on the Metabolic Effects of a Spice Containing Meal (July, 2011)

A small crossover study that examined the effects of a spice-containing meal on blood antioxidant capacity and various metabolic factors including glucose and insulin concentrations.

More Weight Management Research

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