Supplement In Food Or Pill Form?

[skatss]

I like the idea of using herbs and spices as supplements. I know that a few have a lot of anti-inflammatory powers and some can fight cancer too.

But do I add them in capsule form where they have been filled with the herb in a powder and is pure? The pills can tell you how much you get in every capsule.

Or do I use the spices and herbs all by themselves in my cooking? That way it is in a form that the body can take in and use, but I won't know exactly how much I am really getting per dish.

I can't decide which is better for health. Any ideas?

[zzzjoy]

I have a friend who does both, uses in cooking and takes pills.
I don't know which is better but doing both has worked well for her, she is losing a lot of weight!

[ozzie]

Can either of you tell us what herbs and spices you are using to help lose weight? I've been using green tea with minimal results. I'd love to see a list of other items that might help me.