The amazing properties of herbs
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Culinary herbs are more than a means of adding flavour to our dishes. They also possess incredible qualities that benefit our body. Here are the top 5 healthiest ones!
“Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme…”
This is not just a quotation from the song Scarborough Fair by Simon & Garfunkel. During recent decades scientists and researchers have discovered that aromatic herbs contain anti-cancer substances that can help prevent tumours.
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But that’s not all: exquisite plants such as oregano, dill, coriander, mint, chives, marjoram and many others may play a role in regulating our blood pressure, boost our immune system and act as anti-bacterial agents. In addition, the scent of herbs adds great taste to our dishes, thus limiting the amount of salt intake, with undeniable positive effects on our wellbeing.
Here’s a list of the top 5 healthy herbs:
BASIL
Its fragrance is the symbol of Mediterranean cuisine, and basil leaves contain vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, magnesium and antioxidants. They also have anti-inflammatory properties and help to lower cholesterol levels.
ROSEMARY
One of the most used herbs since ancient times, rosemary comes fresh, dry or even as an essential oil; thanks to its antisectic properties, it is an excellent, natural breath freshener and is also known to soothe the gastrointestinal system.
SAGE
Decoctions of sage leaves have always been used in traditional Chinese medicine to relieve the effects of a fever. Its antibacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial activity make sage a versatile herb to cure numerous infections. And of course it is delicious when used in cooking.
THYME
Well known to Romans, who used thyme to preserve food and add flavour, this Mediterranean herb contains biocides, substances with effective antibacterial activity. It also possesses anti-fungal properties and helps to stabilise blood pressure.
PARSLEY
Rich in vitamins and minerals, flavonoids and volatile oils, parsley can highly benefit the body and prevent a number of diseases. To fully preserve its nutritional value, it is recommended to just wash it gently and add it to dishes towards the end of cooking.
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