Used by the Chinese for thousands of years, Ginseng has long been thought to increase longevity and the quality of life. Interestingly enough, it is derived from the Greek work Panax, which means panacea, or all healing. Let’s discuss ginseng and its medicinal qualities.
Regarded as one of the most highly regarded herbs in [...]

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While no one is quite sure about the origin of ginger, it was first grown by the Chinese. In 19th century England, ginger was placed on the pub counters so that patrons could add it to their drinks. Apparently, this was the introduction of ginger ale!  Aside from this tidbit of information, ginger does have [...]

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If you have ever used fennel in your meal preparations, you immediately notice the licorice aroma. This is because fennel is a key component in licorice.  This herb, though not widely used, is nonetheless quite popular among culinary experts. Most notably used in Italian cuisine, fennel has many health benefits which will be discussed herein.
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Coriander is widely used in meal preparations.  However, it is also a powerful herb which has many health benefits. Commonly known as cilantro, the leafy herb used in most cuisines, the seeds taken from these leaves are known as coriander. Let’s review why coriander is truly an herb for the ages.
Traditionally, coriander is a perennial [...]

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Did you know that dill was used by Hippocrates as an application on burns suffered by soldiers in ancient Rome? Dill is not just used for pickling or as an added herb to certain dishes, but has medicinal qualities as well.
The green dill leaves have a sweet aroma and taste. When dried, the [...]

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