altair
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Post by altair on Apr 17, 2023 20:41:10 GMT -5
Cooking with fresh herbs has been a culinary tradition for centuries, adding flavor and aroma to dishes, but did you know that they also offer numerous health benefits?
Fresh herbs are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a great addition to any diet. For example, basil is high in vitamin K, which is important for healthy bones, while oregano contains carvacrol, a compound that has been shown to have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Do you cook with fresh herbs, and if so, what health benefits have you noticed?
For those who do, what are some of your favorite herbs to cook with, and what dishes do you add them to? Have you noticed any improvements in your health or well-being since incorporating fresh herbs in your diet
For those who haven't tried cooking with fresh herbs before, what has held you back? Are you unsure how to incorporate them into your cooking, or do you have concerns about their flavor or health benefits?
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Post by Bob on Apr 20, 2023 18:41:08 GMT -5
Not too often, no. When I do, I use cilantro in Tom Yum soup. Sometimes we use basil. I'd like to more but they go bad before you can use them.
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Post by ZandraJoi on Apr 21, 2023 10:40:20 GMT -5
We have on occasion. But as Bob said, they can go bad before they are used. Does anybody have a way to extend the life of fresh herbs? I know they are very healthy & even impart a more robust flavor. I haven't noticed a huge change in health as we eat healthy anyways. Those who don't eat as healthy will find they feel the benefits faster.
What do you use fresh herbs for altair?
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Post by Emerald on Apr 23, 2023 5:50:59 GMT -5
Yes, I enjoy cooking with herbs etc.
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Post by spice on Apr 24, 2023 8:09:08 GMT -5
Fresh is always better.
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heatman
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Post by heatman on May 13, 2023 5:09:32 GMT -5
I don't cook my food with herbs but I do cook herbs and roots for medicinal purposes. They are very effective in treating some illness.
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