Herbs and Spices

by Manuel Wiggins

More than a Culinary Delight

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.

Adding More Flavor and Health

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.

There is another herbal ingredient, called garlic. It has
important characters, such as building immunity against
cancer, and preventing cardiovascular diseases as well.
Garlic is used widely along with. Since it reduces blood
pressure, many of physicians are advising people to use it.
It is used in kitchen by adding it to soups, sauces, salad,
and marinades

The famous fennel is known of its antioxidant powers. It has
anti-inflammatory characteristics as well. Italian kitchen
is using fennel in some delicious foods, such as chicken,
pork and sausages. Fennel is eaten either as a raw
vegetable, or a roasted one. It can be used a side-dish as
well. Its flavor likes the anise's one.

Peppermint Brings to mind images of striped candy canes and
other sweets, but actually peppermint contains high levels
of antioxidants and is also believed to contain
anti-microbial and antiviral substances. Peppermint can
sooth an upset stomach and may help to relieve pain. Fresh
peppermint is used with strawberries and other fruits,
vegetable dishes containing peas or carrots and is a
refreshing addition to any salad.

In conclusion, there are some difference between herbs and
spices. It may due to their enhancing of the food's flavor.
But in fact, they are used medically at a wider range along
with.

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