It’s not surprising that Turmeric has long been used for its medicinal properties. This vibrant, yellow spice is part of the ginger family. Ground from the roots of Curcuma Longa plant, turmeric is a staple in many dishes around the world. The active component in turmeric, and the hidden star behind this famous yellow spice is curcumin. 

Hawthorn berries are packed with nutrition have a tart, tangy taste and mild sweetness. For centuries, hawthorn berry has been used as an herbal remedy for digestive problems, heart failure, and high blood pressure. In fact, it’s a key part of traditional Chinese medicine.

Try Hawthron berries in this uplifting, "Happy Heart Syrup"

Lemon balm. This long cherished herb belongs to the mint family and has many healing properties. Not only does lemon balm give a pleasant, lemony scent, with a hint of mint, it has many medicinal qualities. Lemon balm has long been used to reduce anxiety, promote sleep and improve digestion. Nutritionally speaking, lemon balm is also an incredible antioxidant. Lemon balm has been proven to improve mental health and lower stress. You can easily add lemon balm to most dishes or vinaigrettes. One of our favorite ways to enjoy it is by infusing it in water!

This warm intoxicating spice blend originated in Turkey, and has been documented in use since the Ottoman Empire. It mainly consists of cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, and other spices. It's rubbed on meat such as lamb or beef and then slow-roasted vertically, on a rotisserie. The meat is then thinly shaved off into a pita and toppings are added.

If you are moving more toward a plant-based way of eating this blend goes great on falafal, tofu, roasted chickpeas or vegetables, or sprinkled on hummus.