Herbs and Spices:

Generally, I have a huge interest in well-made food, at one point I was heading to enroll in Food Science just to broaden my knowledge on the appropriate way to prepare, store and heat food. if you begin to pay more attention you will realize that many things are wrong with the way we go about food generally. This also is connected with the kind of ingredients in our cooking. Many of us are not paying attention to labels though chances are high that some contents might be hidden from consumers. pay attention to sodium content always, Many shop-bought spices range from 14428 -16924 and over per 100g. 

With the presence of covid and other serious health issues like cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc Many of us are now very conscious of our health and lifestyle and making some diet decisions like plant-based diet, vegan, vegetarian, keto, etc but much alertness is not on the amount of sodium that we end up consuming from most of the commercially packed spices and other food. The same goes for sugar consumption too. It’s been 2 years since I haven’t used a commercial packed spice and this birth “Forecooking” everything about herbs and spices!  I have customized, pure herbs and spices for your everyday cooking. I am available to serve you here in Namibia.😋🤩

What is the difference between spices and herbs?

Spices are the dried seeds, bark, roots, or fruits of plants. Herbs are the leaves and flowers of plants. Although these two words are sometimes used interchangeably in some recipes and cookbooks, herbs will always be green parts of a plant while spices can vary in color from brown to black. Spices also tend to have stronger flavors than herbs. Herbs are the leaves, flowers, roots, and seeds of plants used for medicinal purposes. People have been using herbs as medicine since ancient times. Herbal remedies may be used to treat a wide variety of ailments including colds and flu, arthritis, allergy symptoms, and minor burns.

cooking herbs are the leafy parts of plants that are used in cooking, as well as for medicinal purposes. Herbs have been used for thousands of years to help treat medical problems and provide a variety of health benefits. Culinary herbs can be used fresh or dried and come with many different flavors and aromas. There are more than 800 types of culinary herbs available around the world, but there are several common ones that you will most likely find at your local grocery store.

Healthy spice and herbs:

Spices and herbs add flavor to your food without adding salt. They also contain phytochemicals, which are believed to offer health benefits by reducing the risk of developing certain diseases. For example, A teaspoon of black pepper contains as many antioxidants as 1/2 cup of strawberries! Cinnamon is speculated Some spices and herbs also have anti-inflammatory properties or can help regulate blood sugar levels. Turmeric is an example of a spice with both anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.  

Spices and herbs are an important part of cooking because they add flavor to food. Many spices and herbs also contain vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, or other health-promoting compounds that can help protect the body against cancer and heart disease. But how do you know which ones to use? Below is a list of healthy spices and herbs that you can use in your dishes.

Turmeric

 Oregano

 Ginger

 Rosemary

 Basil

 Thyme

 Nutmeg

 Pepper

 Paprika

 Parsley