10 Mar Thu 2011
PART 2: THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF USING HERBS IN OUR FOOD
GARLIC either by itself or in seasonings such as mine, helps lower cholesterol and helps prevent blood clots. Seasonings that have garlic help kill off organisms, including bacteria and viruses that cause earaches, flu and colds. Garlic can also prevent cancer.
THE MINTS are a stomach tonic that promote digestion, calm stomach muscle spasms, relieve flatulence, fights bacteria and viruses. Mint even helps reduce headache pain and boost mental alertness.
OREGANO can help unknot muscles in the digestive tract and also can lower blood pressure.
ROSEMARY is just loaded with antioxidants! Rosemary can ease asthma and other allergy symptoms.
SAGE helps fight infections, and helps alleviate symptoms of menopause, night sweats and hot flashes.
TURMERIC has anti inflammatory effects and is beneficial in relieving rheumatoid arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Turmeric helps to lower cholesterol and helps prevent cataracts.
So, don't be afraid of trying herbal seasonings when preparing your food! Enjoy not only a unique flavor but also added health benefits!