Herb life

Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to treat a wide variety of ailments. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in these powerful plants and their potential health benefits. Check out the link for a comprehensive list of articles that provide an overview of the most popular herbs and spices, their uses, and the science behind their efficacy.

Most people are well aware of medicinal herbs and know they can be eaten, steeped as tea, and turned into tinctures and salves. Did you know that you can also smoke many herbs? When these herbs are heated to the point of combustion, they can break the blood-brain barrier in less than 10 seconds. This…

Ready to make your own herbal preparations? Check out these must-have tools used by herbalists to make infusions, infused oils, and more at home.

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There is a class of plants found in nature that work to ignite sexuality and desire within our bodies. These herbs give us permission to receive the nectar from our pleasure more fully. This class of herbs is commonly referred to as herbal aphrodisiacs, named after Aphrodite, the Greek Goddess of love and beauty. Aphrodite was

Learn how to make your own herbal smoking blend at home.

Ever get coriander confused with cumin? Or wonder just what exactly curry powder is made out of? As much for our benefit as for yours, we’ve put together this quick reference guide to all the most common (and some uncommon) herbs and spices! For any herb or spice listed below, click on the name to read the full description. We’ll continue adding to this list as we cover more of the seasonings we use in our cooking.

These 15 Essential Culinary Herbs are the most frequently used in classic and modern cooking. Discover the magic of adding herbs to make food taste more exciting and delicious. Get special tips for using fresh and dried herbs. Plus the iconic dishes that are known for the use of a specific herb.