Cooking With Herbs Promotes Health Benefits Naturally

Flavor Any Dish Cooking With Herbs

Herbs have been used for thousands of years adding flavorful seasoning to many dishes.  Herbs are plants with packed with nutrition including protective combinations of polyphenols plant compounds with potent anti-inflammatory properties. Herbs are aromatic plants with savory used to garnish or flavor food consumed for dietary micronutrients.

Herbs were used in ancient times for medicinal use dating back to 5000 BCE for prehistoric medicine as herbal remedies. Modern pharmaceuticals used herbs as a foundation as crude herbal medicine and to this day drugs are still extracted from raw herbs then purified to meet pharmaceutical standards, When creating new medications.

Health Benefits Of Herbs

Phytochemicals delivered from herbs have been known to decrease the risks associated with some disorders including cardiovascular disease, and autoimmune diseases, The herb rosemary is beneficial for reducing joint inflammation, increase circulation may relieve pain and ease stress levels.

Rosemary is often added to savory dishes for additional aromatic seasoning also known as a symbol of fertility.  Typically cooking with herbs is considered safe when consumed in moderation however eating large amounts of herbs may cause toxic overload and may cause serious complications and should be used with caution.

Complications may arise when being taken with some medications. Herbs are generally safe to consume in food as a savory flavoring or supplement form in moderation. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider before using herbs for medicinal use when consumed with medications.

Top Herbs List

Rosemary

Basil

Thyme

Garlic

Sage

Chives

Mint

Lavender

Cooking With Herbs

Culinary herbs used in cooking are distinguished from vegetables are used in small amounts to flavor foods without adding additional calories. If you are trying to lose unwanted body fat cutting back on salt can make a huge difference in your weight.

Flavoring savory recipes with fresh herbs is a nutritious way to spice up any dish. Fresh herbs have become more readily available in most local grocery stores usually found in the produce section of most local stores.

Growing herbs in a garden or small containers is another way to have fresh ingredients on hand for any recipe. Wrap fresh herbs in a paper towel then place in a ziplock plastic bag to refrigerate.  Freeze fresh herbs in ice cube trays for preserving. Remove the frozen herbs from the tray and place the herbs in a freezer zip lock bag to store in the freezer for future use in recipes.

When cooking with herbs add them to the dish at the end of the cooking time maintaining the intensity of flavor, so delicate flavors will not be lost during food preparation. Spices and dried herbs can withstand a longer cooking time without losing flavor.

Harvest to store dried herbs and spices in airtight containers in a dark, cool location is preserved aromas and flavorings. Herbs can be infused in boiling water to create herbal teas used for medicinal purposes. Create a new unique blend of tea designed to promote wellness, relaxation depending on the herbal tea of choice.

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