Black Pepper Heath Benefits: The King of Spices
This spice contains active compounds with powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive properties.
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Is it Cinnamon or is it Cassia?
Is it Cinnamon or is it Cassia…and what’s the difference? Most people don’t know that the “cinnamon” they are purchasing from the store is usually “cassia” or that there is even a difference. While they are related in both species and genus (Cinnamomum), they …
12 Health Benefits Of Garlic
History & Use Garlic is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and has been grown for over 5000 years.1 Garlic is part of the allium family, which includes onions, leeks, and shallots. Garlic is grown all throughout the world and is a popular …
Top 4 Health Benefits of Saffron
One of my favorite meals is Paella. I love yellow rice. Saffron is the spice that gives the rice its color (“saffron” means “yellow” in Arabic) and flavor in this yummy Spanish dish. Saffron has been prized throughout history for its medicinal properties, and …
Turmeric Benefits & Uses
Turmeric is a spice that is best known for being used in curry. It has been used in India for many, many years as a spice and medicinal herb. Turmeric is a relative of ginger and is the spice that gives mustard its yellow color. Turmeric is a …