It’s pretty common knowledge that calcium is an important mineral for bone growth and mineralization. We also need calcium to support nerve function, for healthy muscles, and to clot blood.
But when it comes to the best sources, the amount of calcium we need, and things we do that decrease calcium absorption, we are often left in the dark.
Or worse - lied to. Continue reading
Do you grow herbs or spices in your kitchen? Do you want to?
Have you wondered what herbs would be great to stock your kitchen with?
Do you have herbs in your kitchen, but aren’t sure how to use them?
The Kitchen Herbal by Jessie Hawkins will answer these questions in more.
Here are the herbs and spices discussed in The Kitchen Herbal:
Not only are you given the history behind the herbs, but you are shown how these herbs are used medicinally as well as nutritionally. Because she’s an avid gardener, Jessie Hawkins also describes the size and shape of the seeds and the best way to cultivate them.
The back of each chapter includes several recipes so you can dive right into using the herbs. Continue reading
Many of us have a cabinet full of herbs and spices we use to help improve the flavor of our meals. What many may not realize is how much common kitchen herbs and spices can also help improve our health. Here are ten top examples… Continue reading