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                                                                The Basic Herbal Actions   The Basic Herbal Actions The herbalism is an art and a science with matics as diverse as the unique relationships we form with the plants around us. Whether we learn from our family, a teacher in our community, a book collection, or simply work with the herbs that flourish near us, understanding the language of herbalism can be of benefit in almost all situations. Using these common categories allows us to recognize patterns that can inform our learning process when using a new herb, making formulation decisions, or when needing a substitute for one of our regular preparations. Often times, one plant will exhibit multiple actions, making just a cup of that unique herb as a tea or a splash of tincture the perfect remedy on its own. Here...

                                                                      HERBS TIPS AND TRICKS Tips and tricks Whether you're new to growing plants or a seasoned expert, our collection of 25 herb gardening tips should help. Enjoy! 1. To make parsley sprout faster, soften the seeds by soaking them in warm water overnight. 2. Thyme plants should be started from seed every two to three years. Older plants are of poor quality for cooking or other uses. 3. Harvest mint frequently to encourage vigorous growth, but grow it in a container or it will take over your garden. 4. Growing sustained, harvestable amounts of herbs indoors requires long periods of bright light. Plenty of light is also required for the plants to produce the oils that give the herbs their flavor. 5. Parsley is credited with all kinds of benefits, includi...

                                                                            ADVENTURES WITH HERBS   Be adventurous with herbs Herbs can be used in an unlimited number of ways. The more you use herbs, the more adventurous you will become. You're not sure where to start? Follow a recipe that calls for an herb or 2 that you have not used before. Experiment with using other herbs in place of the herbs called for in a recipe to see how the dish turns out. Make your own bouquet garni. Grow some potted herbs on your windowsill or in the garden to use in your kitchen. Visit an Asian market (for example) to try experimenting with new flavors. In addition to enhancing the tastes, smells, appearance, and textures of your food, the more herbs you try, the greater the range of potential health benefits you'r...

                                              HERBAL COMBINATION Herbal combinations Although you can use one type of grass at a time, there are many great combinations that work well as well. Some traditional combinations are: basil - with chives, chilli, garlic, oregano bay - with parsley, thyme, garlic, oregano, marjoram chili - with coriander, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, mint, oregano chives - with basil, garlic, tarragon dill - with chives, garlic, parsley, tarragon garlic - with basil, rosemary, sage, fennel, chilli, coriander oregano - with basil, parsley, chives, thyme, bay leaf, chilli sage - with rosemary, garlic, marjoram thyme - with bay leaf, parsley, garlic, rosemary. As our food landscape is constantly evolving, particularly with the influence brought by new immigrant groups, so is the availability of herbs that were previously rare in Australia. For e...

                      TIPS FOR COOKING WITH HERBS Tips for cooking with herbs Suggestions for cooking with herbs include: Dried herbs have a stronger flavor than fresh ones. As a general rule of thumb, one teaspoon of dried herbs is equal to 4 teaspoons of fresh herbs. If using regular herbs, you can create a "bouquet garni" by tying mixed, chopped herbs into muslin sachets; you can add them to your cooking for flavor, but remove them before serving. Some herbs are tougher than others (such as rosemary and parsley) and will retain their flavor during the cooking process; they can be added at the beginning of cooking. Some herbs are used only to flavor a dish, but are not eaten, for example, bay leaves. The flavor of herbs fades over time, so discard dried herbs after 12 months. Dried whole herbs, in which the leaves are still attached to their stem, tend to have a stronger flavor than loose leaves that are sold in packets or jars. H...

                       COMBINATION OF FOOODS AND HERBS Good combinations of herbs and foods. There are limitless ways to use herbs in your cooking. Here are some traditional pairings to get you started: basil - pesto, tomato sauce, tomato soup, tomato juice, potato dishes, prawns, meat, chicken and poultry, pasta, rice, egg dishes, strawberries bay leaves: soups, stews, stews, meat and poultry marinades, broths chili - meat, chicken and poultry, seafood, tomato dishes, curries chives - salads, chicken, soups, cheese dishes, egg dishes, mayonnaise, vinaigrettes coriander: Asian dishes, stir-fries, curries, soups, salads, seafood, guacamole dil l - salads, sauces, fish, sour cream, cheese and potato dishes fennel - fillings, sauces, seafood, salads garlic: soups, sauces, pasta, meat, chicken, seafood, pesto, salad dressings, bread ginger - cakes, cookies, Asian dishes lemongrass: Asian dishes, stir-fries, curries, seafood, so...

                                                        COOKING WITH HERBS   cooking with herbs You are only limited by your imagination when it comes to using herbs in the kitchen; they can be added to virtually any recipe. Try adding herbs to: stews and casseroles soups breads mustards marinades butters sauces salad dressings stocks vinegars vinaigrettes yogurts Custard desserts beverages You don't need to always add them to a dish, either: herbs added after a dish has been served are another great way to enhance the taste, smell, and visual appeal of your dish. For example, some spaghetti bolognese with fresh basil leaves on top or a pumpkin or chicken dish with fresh sage leaves. Best regards, Nimra Rana Visit our homepage:  Active Greenland  –  Explore latest updates

                                                                                                                          Herbal Health Benefits Herbal Health Benefits Herbal consumption can help prevent and control heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. It can also help reduce blood clots and provide anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties. Research is ongoing, but studies have shown that: Garlic, flaxseed, fenugreek, and lemongrass can help lower cholesterol. Garlic is useful for people with mildly elevated blood pressure. Fenugreek can help control blood sugar and insulin activity (as can flaxseed, flaxseed, and cinnamon). Garlic, onion, chives, leeks, mint, basil, oregano, sag...