Top Ten assorted spices, herbs and oils

Top Ten assorted spices, herbs and oils
in clockwise order.
1. Cilantro- It is a good source of Thiamin and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.

2. Extra Virgin Olive Oil- heart healthy, anti-oxidant oil.

3. Organic garlic- anti-cancer agents, lowers cholesterol, prevents blood clots, tastes amazing, need I say anything more?

4. Tumeric- antioxidant, good for your liver, helps with joint inflammation. Tumeric is the spice that gives East Indian food it's amazing distinctive flavor. we love it.

5. Cinnamon- antimicrobial properties combat yeast, fungi and bacteria overgrowth, helps increase good cholesterol and can help treat blood sugar imbalances.

6. Ginger- soothing to an upset tummy, aids digestion, boosts the immune system and seriously helps with well, just about any ailment you might have. oh and of course. it tastes great!

7. Hot Chili peppers- add chili peppers to your meals and you add vitamin A, fiber, potassium, folic acid and iron. great metabolic boosters, which aid in digestion and stimulate the appetite.

8. Basil- It is a good source of Protein, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Riboflavin and Niacin, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper and Manganese.

9. Chives- Thiamin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Phosphorus and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese. and really really easy to grow in your own garden.

10. Red Palm oil- amazing color, it is good to use at high heat. You want to buy quality organic, virgin Palm oil from your health food store. -full of antioxidants and especially Vitamin E, Red Palm oil is a rich source of carotenoids. oh and yes, it tastes great!

(we also like organic unrefined macadamia nut oil, organic unrefined peanut oil and of course organic virgin Coconut Oil! )

there you have it. 10 more of my favorite healthy things.