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Herbs are beneficial not only for making your food taste good but also for medicinal purposes. Dried ones sold at the store are good for food but to get the best taste possible, fresh is better. Avoid paying the high costs of buying fresh – start your own herb garden.
Whether for medicinal or culinary purposes, herbs have been used for centuries, even before recorded history. Many ethnic and regional cuisines still use a variety of fresh herbs and spices for a healthy dose of preventative medicine with each delicious bite.
Herbs are healthy. Many people use herbs as an alternative medicine source, especially in light of the high cost of prescription medications. Herbal remedies are thought of as alternative medicine today but just about all medicines can be traced back to plants, seeds, spices, flowers, herbs and roots. Continue reading
If herbs can be used as a part of medical treatment, then why not use them to beautify the skin as well? We know that many ancient societies wore paint (early cosmetics) to adorn themselves. Where did it come from? Let’s take a look at herbs and cosmetics. Continue reading
When it comes to cooking, nothing can make a dish sing like fresh ingredients. This extends from the meat, vegetables and grains to the spices and herbs used. Speaking of herbs, here are a few that are popular in a variety of cuisines. You might use some of them yourself.
Using Herbs
Many of us use dried herbs that we’ve bought from the store. There’s nothing wrong with that. They are convenient and cheaper than purchasing fresh ones. We add them to recipes, marinades, salads and dressings. To get the best taste from them, hold them in the palm of one hand and rub them back and forth with your other index finger. It can squeeze more flavors out of your dish. Continue reading
