Articles related to "Marjoram"
Marvelous Marjoram
The place of Marjoram in our modern world speaks clearly to the ways herbs were once regarded, versus how they are taken for granted today. This interesting and multi-faceted herb was once found in high esteem throughout ancient cultures, and it’s uses were many, from medicinal to its inclusion in sacred ceremonies. Today, it can most often be found used to stuff turkey. Let's revisit the past and learn from it today...
• herb
• herbal
• herbalism
• herbalist
• nature
Are You Epicurious? or The Marjoram That Wouldn't Die
Epicurious.com is a great site for food lovers with a specific need, like my recent quest to find out what to do with an overload of marjoram, but it's also fun for browsing and finding out what other foodies are up to.
• epicurious
• marjoram
• food
• food web sites
• cooking
Bible Spices Continued
This article discusses marjorom, mint, rue, mustard, and saffron and their use in Bible days.
• bible plants
• northern gardens
• horticulture therapy
• herbs
• spices
Ornamental Oreganos and Marjorams
A few ornamental origanums with background on how to grow them and what makes them tick.
• origanum
• oregano
• marjoram
• scabrum
• rotundifoliu
Know Your Italian Culinary Herbs?
Herbs, such as basil, sage and rosemary, are essential in any Italian kitchen. But do you know when to use them? And can you tell flat-leaved parsley from coriander?
• italian culinary herbs
• fresh basil
• pesto of liguria
• bay leaves
• marjoram or oregano
Pain Relief with Essential Oils
A potent tool to relieve stiffness and pain, essential oils work on physical and energetic levels to help bones knit, relax sore muscles and relieve tension and stress.
• therapeutic-grade essential oil
• back neck pain relief
• arthritis sore achy joints
• natural remedies muscle sprain
• basil wintergreen birch peppermint marjoram black
THE CHRISTMAS FEAST
A Different Christmas Main Dish
• prime rib
• roast
• kosher salt
• marjoram
• thyme
The Mint Family
Plant identification can seem overwhelming when the novice is faced with the multitude of species, but learning about plant families can speed up the process.
• mint
• plant identification
• labiaceae
• medicinal plants
• sedative herbs
Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils
When you're new to oils, the hundreds of choices can be pretty overwhelming! Peppermint, Lavender, Lemon, Oregano, and Cinnamon oil form the start of a useful collection
• essential oil
• egyptian herbal remedies
• healing oil
• essential oil remedies
• essential oil blends
Cooking with Essential Oils
Essential oils make a great addition to drinks, sauces, stews, dressings, and desserts. Try lavender lemonade or peppermint brownies for a fun twist on a classic.
• cooking with essential oils
• therapeutic grade essential oils
• baking with essential oils
• medicinal uses of food ingredients
• food to boost immune system
Herb Glossary: Saffron to Vanilla
These plants have a myriad of medicinal, culinary and decorative uses, several of which are detailed here.
• herb dictionary
• herbal ingredients
• seasoning blends
• recipes seasoning
• cooking spice
Herbs and Oils: a comparison
Herbs have been used for healing for millennia; essential oils are the concentrated essence of the plant, and their usage is more recent and many times more potent.
• essential oil
• healing oil
• herbal and homeopathic remedy
• mint family square stem
• herbal remedies and tinctures
Home Treatment for Sprained Ankles
Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries. Find out which natural remedies and home treatments can help the healing process and ease discomfort.
• ankle sprain
• ankle injury
• ankle pain
• sport injury ankle sprain
• natural remedies sprained ankle
How To Dry Fresh Herbs
Herbs such as Bay, Marjoram, Oregano, Rosemary, Sage and Thyme all work well when dried. Harvest and store your bounty for the winter months using these methods.
• drying fresh herbs
• how to dry herbs
• preserving herbs
• harvesting herbs
• food dehydrator
Ideas for Valentine's Day
In 2004, consumers spent an average of $95 for Valentine's Day. Overall, this holiday accounts for 16% of annual flower purchases. Roses are the most common gift, but a number of herbs and other plants are very suitable.
• valentine's day
• valentine's day gifts
• herbs
• standards
• topiary
Immune Boosting Herbs
Spring is upon us. Many of us think that Flu season is over, but for many it’s just the beginning. A lot of people succumb to the flu in early spring for a number of reasons. With the threat of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) now in the world, the flu has taken on a whole new level of fear.
Prevention is the best defense against all manner of illness. Immune boosting herbs can make up the bulk of that defense.
• flu
• colds
• sars
• herbs
• immune
Oregano-Herb of the Year
Each year, a species is chosen as Herb of the Year. For 2005, oregano received that honor. This plant is among the top ten culinary herbs.
• oregano
• herb of the year
• wild marjoram
• common oregano
• origanum vulgare subsp. vulgare
Raindrop Technique
An essential oil massage technique based on Lakota Native healing, Raindrop Therapy is the application of powerful antibacterial, antiviral oils along the spine.
• raindrop technique feathering
• essential oil massage
• therapeutic grade essential oils
• d gary young
• young living essential oils