Being a brand-new Master Gardener, I wanted to participate in the Sandusky-Ottawa County Master Gardener Volunteer program by writing an article for the newspaper. After I agreed to provide an article ...

Basil is a member of the mint family with its own distinct taste that blends sweet and savory. This fragrant leafy green herb adds a bright flavor to many different recipes. It is particularly popular ...

Herbs and spices—like sage, nutmeg, thyme, and basil—are plant-based substances a person can use to flavor their food. These flavorings also have various nutrients that may help improve symptoms of ...

Basil is one of the most classic summer flavors. It’s fresh, herby and pairs well with other seasonal produce like tomato, zucchini and strawberries. If you’ve found yourself with a happy basil plant ...

Herbs and spices can transform dull, bland food into a delicious dish, but many also come with some unexpected health benefits. Beyond adding complex flavor to a variety of ingredients, many herbs and ...

Ayurvedic drinks offer natural relief from smog and air pollution's respiratory effects. Ginger tea, turmeric milk, peppermint, and licorice root tea ...

The garden gods have been good to me so far this summer, even if the weather has been something of a nightmare for those of us without central air. Despite a long string of 90-degree days and not ...

Dear Pharmacist, I'm concerned about diabetes, I'm overweight, and it runs in my family. My sister has your diabetes book and said you recommend Holy Basil, among other herbs and nutrients. Is that ...

Herb and spice rubs are easy to make — in fact, you probably have all the ingredients to make one or more rubs in your spice cabinet right now. A simple example would be to mix in such herbs and thyme ...

For a food enthusiast, few regions outrank the South of France. With a gorgeous sun-drenched coastline and a temperate Mediterranean climate, some of the best-known French dishes hail from the South.