Significance of Herbs and spices
Herbs and spices encompass a variety of plant-derived ingredients, such as cardamom and triphala, known for their health benefits. They are significant in both culinary practices, adding flavor to dishes, and in medicinal applications, often utilized in alternative medicine and Ayurvedic traditions. These ingredients not only enhance the taste and nutritional value of food but also promote health and healing, especially for conditions like polio. Their properties make them valuable as natural remedies, supporting overall well-being and immune function.
Synonyms: Aromatics, Botanicals
In Dutch: Kruiden en specerijen; In Finnish: Yrttejä ja mausteita; In Spanish: Hierbas y especias
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Hindu concept of 'Herbs and spices'
Herbs and spices in Hinduism encompass various ingredients, such as cardamom and triphala, recognized for their health benefits, serving as vital components in traditional practices and rituals.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) Collective terms that refer to several ingredients like cardamom, lavanga, and triphala used for their health benefits.[1]