Herbs and Spices: Health Benefits, Allergies & Uses

Herbs and spices like cayenne and ginger offer therapeutic benefits for everything from weight loss to heart health. However, understanding spice allergies and toxicities, such as those associated with nutmeg and paprika, is vital for safety.

Bowl with Sesame

The Nutrients in Raw & Roasted Sesame Seeds

Published Jul,08 2011  |  By Shelly Morgan

Whether you are a fan of sesame candy such as the creamy halvah and sweet sesame brittle, or merely enjoy a sprinkle of seeds on your bagels, sesame seeds can be nutritionally significant if you eat a lot of them.

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