An herb is any plant or plant part that is valued for its medicinal, savory, or aromatic qualities. While they do not typically add nutritional value to food, they add color, flavor, and aroma.
Herbs can work magic in the kitchen, transforming a meal from undistinguished to unforgettable. Herbs can unlock subtle flavors in food, decrease the need for salt, and please the palate. Some herbs have even been used for their healing properties since ancient times.
Many herbs are rich in compounds that exert a profound effect on certain animal tissues and organs. These herbs are often used medicinally in treating, curing, or preventing disease. Though herbs are natural substances, they must be used carefully. Herbs can be strong medicine. It is important to know what an herb does, how to use it, what the proper dosage is, and all possible side effects. APHA recommends that you always consult your physician prior to taking herbal supplements.
Outlander's own licensed herbalist, Mary Swanson, states:
"More and more health practitioners today are investigating anew the ancient remedies and folklore cures of herbs and reconsidering the wisdom of the ancient healers. In the search for gentler, alternative healing treatments, herbs have moved to the forefront as a natural solution."
Fine cuisine begins with fine ingredients. We procure top-quality herbs and spices, aiming for freshness, potency, and flavor. Some of our herbs and spices are organically grown, our first choice whenever possible. Some are "wildcrafted," a process during which herbs are sought and harvested as they grow wild in their remote natural surroundings. All of our selections are guaranteed to be non-irradiated.
If you have a question about any of our products, write to us at info@outlanderspices.com.