Herbs

For your health

Do you sprinkle herbs and spices onto your favorite dishes?

Well you’ll be happy to hear that fresh herbs and spices are jam-packed with antioxidants (that help to repair cell damage). For an antioxidant boost, try the following:

• Cloves. The spice with the highest antioxidant content. Grind some cloves into a rich and hearty pumpkin soup – it’ll warm your winter chills away!

• Oregano. Adds zest to any Mexican dish or Italian pasta. Dice some fresh oregano for a thick salsa.
• Ginger. Ginger has dual benefits because it actually soothes the digestive tract. Add ginger to any Thai recipe or stir-fry.
• Cinnamon. A favorite comfort spice. Infuse your bland old oatmeal with sliced apples and cinnamon!
• Turmeric. Equal parts antioxidant and digestive aid, turmeric is a welcome addition to any curry dish.
• Garlic. Garlic is known for its immune-strengthening abilities. What’s a fresh marinara dish without a few cloves of garlic? Make it healthier with whole-wheat pasta or quinoa.
• Basil. Also known for its cancer-preventing properties. Include basil in a grilled vegetable pita with homemade Italian dressing.

Bon Appétit!