Spices And Herbs For Health

(HealthCastle.com) Antioxidants are a buzz word in preventative nutrition for their role in helping to reduce the risk for chronic diseases. Most people are able to identify fruits and vegetables as great sources of antioxidants, however, an often overlooked source is found in everyday herbs and spices. Their impact can easily be underestimated because only small amounts are used in cooking but consider this: 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) of oregano contains more antioxidants than 125ml (1/2 cup) of red grapes!
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Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians - January 13, 2013 Category: Nutrition Source Type: news