Two Kinds of Myrtle
Myrtle is one of the oldest and most historically important medicinal herbs. The leaves and berries are commonly used in Middle Eastern culinary dishes to season lamb. In the West, Myrtus communis is used and in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Rhodomyrtus tomentosa...
Cayenne, a Dash of Heat
Cayenne is famous as a hot spicy herb. It has many attributes as a culinary and medicinal herb. Remember, a little goes a long way! A dash is typically all you need. Here’s a sample of a few of its benefits: Cayenne is considered a tonic for the heart, kidneys, lungs,...
The Aromatic Powers of Mint
Scent of mint may do more than you think… One of mint’s key ingredients is menthol, a crystalline compound with a cooling, minty taste and odor. Menthol is one of the compounds that gives mint its superior aromatic qualities. Used in aromatherapy, the menthol found in...
Basil Beyond the Kitchen
From a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) perspective, basil is well known for Lifting the Spirit, Tonifying Yang, and Supporting the Lungs. It has long been used in foods and as a medicine to clear infections, even from cuts and bruises, as well as treat colds and...
