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The Common Staple, Herbs and Spices
by ManuelWiggins
The Common Staple, Herbs and Spices
No doubt that herbs and spices are common staples in all homes' kitchens. Flare and flavor are given to each dish that they are added to. They maintain the healthy body along with. Researches are doing experiments on them to prove their therapeutic effect.
Everyday we use a lot of herbs and spices, which have more benefits far from we think. They are of medical usage along with. Cinnamon, as an example can be used widely due to its anti-inflammatory characteristics. Medically, it is used to reduce blood pressure. It can also reduce cholesterol. As a healthy tea, cinnamon can be drunk with adding some drops of lemon or a little spoon of honey as well.
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No doubt that rosemary can improve memory, due to its characteristics of anti-inflammatory and antioxidants as well. It is used in lamb dishes and in stews. It can be tasty if add to eggs. The flavor of rosemary is similar to that of lemon.
Garlic is another well preferable ingredient. It belongs to the list of herbs and spices as well. Being medically used, it is known with its anti-microbial characteristics. It assists in building immunity against some types of cancer. Acting as a protector of some cardiovascular diseases, it may use widely. It assists in reducing blood pressure as well. Garlic can be added to some delicious dishes, such as soups, salads, marinades, and sauces.
Another ingredient, which has anti-inflammatory characteristics, is fennel. It is famous for its anti-oxidant. Its seeds are used in Italian kitchen along with. It may be eaten as a vegetable, so we may ignore its being among herbs and spices ingredients. However, its flavor is similar to that of anise.
Medically, peppermint is known with its content of antioxidants, antimicrobial, and anti-viral as well. It treats the troubles of stomach and removes pain. It can be used with some fruits, such as strawberries. It can be added to salads as well.
There is such diversity in herbs and spices not only because they enhance the flavor of so many of our foods but because they bring the added benefit of helping to keep us healthy as well.
About the Author:
Manuel Wiggins has information and resources on his website about Herbs , and you can read more about Herb Gardening |
