herb

Peppermint - Add To Your Menu for a Soothing Holiday Season

Working on your holiday menu already? If so, you might want to add peppermint to your shopping list. I'm not talking candy cane peppermint, though -- ... Read More »

Spice it up: Health perks of spices and herbs

When you cook, do you stick to the standard salt and pepper? Or do you get more creative, adding fresh herbs and spices to your meals? There are ... Read More »

Soup up your soup with this veggie

I'm not personally a fan of canned soups -- too much sodium for me -- but RealAge says there's a way to make these soups healthier, once you find a ... Read More »

Thyme for some healthy recipes

When you think about the herb, thyme, what comes to mind? Probably rich, French country dishes, with so many calories and so much fat that it makes ... Read More »

8 ways to cook with basil

Basil is one royal herb. The leaf, Greek for "king," has become a must-have in kitchens across the globe because of its versatility and clean taste. ... Read More »

Daily Fit Tip: Use herbs to get over a bad mood

Herbs are amazing things, and they can do so much for us besides just seasoning our food and brewing us a good cup of tea -- they can also go a long ... Read More »

Can "Holy Basil" help you live a less stressful life?

The ancient Ayurvedic herb Holy basil is finding new friends here in the States. Its cortisol-reducing properties and stress-relieving effects are ... Read More »

Make your own herb garden, then eat it!

One of the great joys of cooking ultra-flavorful dishes these days (or reviving bland foods) is to add herbs. I add herbs to almost everything I eat ... Read More »

Vitamin C might not, but Echinacea DOES help colds

Here's some good news in the wake of the frustrating stuff we just heard about Vitamin C: Echinacea does help prevent and limit colds. Over the years ... Read More »

St. John's Wort: Is it or isn't it good for depression?

Frustratingly enough, the jury is still out on this one. But in reading this article it does sound more promising than not. St. John's Wort, otherwise ... Read More »