Saturday, November 29, 2008

Herbs and Spices

By Manuel Wiggins

Herbs and Spices; More Than Just 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.

There are many common herbs and spices we use every day that has added benefits that we might not think about. For instance when we think of cinnamon, we might think of apple pie and breakfast buns, but many know cinnamon for its anti-inflammatory properties as well. It is used by many as an aid to lowering blood pressure and reducing cholesterol. Cinnamon sticks can be steeped to make a healthy tea. Just add a little lemon and honey.

Flavor and Health will be added widely

Another healthy herb is rosemary. It is known as anti-inflammatory and used medically. It has a flavor similar to the lemon. If add eggs, it will be delicious as well.

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

Fennel is known for its antioxidant powers as well and is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties. Fennel seeds are used in Italian sausages and as a rub on chicken and pork. We might not think of fennel as being in the herb and spice family since the stalk is eaten as a vegetable, either roasted or raw and makes a great side dish with meat. Fennel has a flavor somewhat like anise.

Of course, peppermint is a popular ingredient. People like to use it in making salads, and if added to strawberries will shape a delicious fruits food. Medically, it is known as its contents of antioxidants, antimicrobial, and antiviral substances.

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. - 16650

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