HEALTH BENEFITS
WHAT HEALTH BENEFITS OF BASIL
HELPS PREVENT CANCER
where did oregano originate from?
Europe
what common foods have cinnamon in them
cookies, cinnamon rolls, gram crackers, cinnamon bread
what herb has anti-cancer fighting properties
basil, garlic, ginger
what spices grow on plants
basil, oregano
Rosemary contains a compound called carnosol and does what?
Anti cancer
Origin of spaghetti
Popular history says that it was invented in China
what are the most common cheeses sold in the USA?
Parmesan, mozzarella, roman, ricotta, provolone, and Gorgonzola
Cumin is used in what cooking dishes?
South western dishes
what is a spice?
aromatic or pungent vegetable substance used to flavor food
What health benefits have been linked to using cinnamon in your food dishes?
Blood pressure regulation
Origin of Pizza
baker came from Napel and was credited with making the first pizza
what is the source of many western cuisines?
Italian cooking
can herbs be dangerous?
yes
how many varieties of spices are there?
2
Cumin also contains Lutein which is food for what?
eyes
origin of cinnamon
Ancient Egyptians used cinnamon in their embalming process
the begging of Italian cuisine belonged to who?
greeks
What are the benefits of garlic?
Heart health is one
where do spices come from?
grown in tropical regions
What are the benefits of basil?
Vitamin C
origins of herbs
Basil originated in India and Persia, but it is now grown in the Mediterranean, France and the United States
what is gelati mad with?
milk
where do herbs come from?
usually from temperate climates
what are spices used for?
can be used for herbal medicines or commonly foods