You may not realize it, but you are using sage every day. It is the ingredient in deodorant products! What is sage? What are other health benefits of sage? Here are some answers. Sage is a plant with leaves which leave a lasting impression. Surely you have seen food TV shows extolling the virtues and [...]
Just take a look in kitchen cabinet and you’ll probably find a bottle of thyme. Or, you may have your own herb garden filled with herbs including thyme. Used for centuries, thyme traditionally flavors stews and is mixed in with roasted vegetables. It is a widely used and a popular herb. It is easy to [...]
Certainly, if you have been watching the Food Channel, you no doubt have seen chefs use garlic in abundance. Let’s explore garlic; its history and health benefits. Garlic is a member of the lily family and, as a dried root, is native to central Asia. However it should be interesting to note it was widely [...]
Derived from the Latin meaning sea dew, rosemary is a small evergreen shrub. With needle-like leaves that are dark green, rosemary is notable for its use in a variety of dishes. The leaf of the plant, however, is used for medicinal purposes. Here are some healthful advantages in using this herb. Rosemary may improve memory, [...]
If you’ve never heard or used turmeric, it is a tropical root that has powerful health benefits. Native to India, it is very similar to its cousin ginger. It has been used in Indian and Chinese cultures for centuries. What medicinal properties does turmeric contain? To begin with, its main compound, curcumin, has the power [...]
Native to the Mediterranean region, marjoram grows primarily in Sicily, and one of its cities, Marjoram, is named after it. The residents of Marjoram hold the belief that marjoram had the power to banish sorrow. In addition, marjoram has sacred associations in the Hindu religion and was found to be of considerable use in the [...]