Buy spices from an ethnic grocer rather than a supermarket: prices are surprisingly low and quality is top-notch. Good brands of spices will have a strong aroma and the packets will be free of ...

But the world’s demand for spices grew throughout the Roman era and into the medieval period, defining economies from India to Europe. This demand gave rise to some of the first truly ...

Although spices and herbs have been used since ancient times, they are playing a new and important role in modern food preparation. They not only add unique flavors to our food, but contribute color ...

Spices like ginger, turmeric, garlic, and bay leaf offer multiple health benefits but can lead to side effects when consumed in excess. These include digestive issues and increased bleeding risk.

Spices and herbs are not just useful for adding flavor to foods. Healthline reports that they also can “help prevent spoilage ...

The nonprofit advocacy group tested several brands of ground cinnamon — as well as blends that contain cinnamon — and found ...

Lassi is packed with probiotics, the beneficial bacteria that help strengthen the gut and immune system. During the rainy ...

For years, people believed spices were used in the countries where they were grown to mask the taste of spoiled meat or solely for the flavor they add to food. Alas, nothing in nature turns out to ...

An Australian YouTuber has found herself in the middle of a social media storm after criticising Indian cuisine for its "dirt ...

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Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Amber Love Bond is a Miami-based food + beverage and travel writer. Holidays are here and it’s time to get your shopping done. If you ...

Don't buy what you don't use or don't want to use: There is no such thing as a must-have list of spices, says Secarz; ...