Curry lovers could be tucking into extra health benefits with their favorite dishes. Cumin, the versatile spice which gives dishes that warm, nutty, and earthy flavor, is rich in antioxidants and can ...

Properly understood, food is never just nourishment on a plate. It's always adventure with an itinerary -- as Chris and Carolyn Caldicott understand well. She is a writer; he's a writer and ...

Pumpkin spice is everywhere in the fall - it's in your coffee, your candles and maybe even your cereal. What started as a blend of ancient spices has become a cultural phenomenon. Let's discover what ...

A cornerstone of many Indian kitchens, asafetida brings savory complexity to everyday dishes. What on earth do Devil's Dung, Merde du Diable, and Satan's Weed have in common with something the Persian ...

In today’s fast-paced urban lifestyle, wellness is often treated as a response rather than a responsibility, something we turn to only when discomfort appears. Traditional Indian health systems ...

Evan McDuff, MA'19, wrote his master’s thesis on spices in ancient Rome. This essay is adapted from an article McDuff and his adviser, associate professor of classical studies Joel Christensen, wrote ...

The ancient spice that reduces bloating - and could boost weight loss - A diet high in antioxidants can help reduce the risk ...