As I mentioned before, many greens and crucifers are considered superfoods, foods nutrient dense and considered extremely beneficial for the body’s overall health and wellbeing. Many of these contain unique combinations of vitamins and minerals that aid the body in different ways. For example, many of these greens (and crucifers) contain a substantial amount of vitamin K, and other Vitamins like A. Some of these greens contain Vitamin B9, E, and C, and all of them contain a boatload of antioxidants and minerals that aid everything from brain and heart health to thyroid function and digestion.

Herbs are plants that have a particular flavor or aroma that can add essential flavors to a dish. They are invaluable when it comes to making a delicious masterpiece from regular or plain ingredients. We are discussing herbs today because they are a cornerstone to cooking and a great way to get additional nutrients into your daily meals.

Cooking is a like a good story. I live in Indiana which is fairly flat, filled with corn and soybeans, and pretty boring to me. But I can live in Indiana and be in London, Barcelona, Puerto Rico, Thailand, India, Hong Kong, Indonesia…I could be anywhere simply by eating the food. I’m a history and culture nerd, Learning about the origin and story behind a dish is inspiring—thrilling even. A combination of spices can create a portal to a different time, location, or culture, because you are sharing a meal with the people from that place.