American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a perennial (flourishing throughout the year) herb native to North America. Both American and Chinese skullcap are available as supplements that can ...

Although spices and herbs have been used since ancient times, they are playing a new and important role in modern food preparation. They not only add unique flavors to our food, but contribute color ...

Yesterday, the world lost an American icon and a maverick in the airline industry. Herb Kelleher, Southwest Airlines' affable co-founder, died at the age of 87. Sadly, we lost a friend and a ...

Supermarkets now sell a wide range of pre-cut and potted herbs. Pots of herbs last longer than cut herbs, but need to be cared for as houseplants. Speciality greengrocers often sell a wider range ...

Sage is synonymous with autumnal flavors. It's the herb most often paired with butternut squash, and it's also the shining star of Thanksgiving stuffing and poultry seasoning mixes. You'll detect ...

Calea zacatechichi, also known as Calea ternifolia, dream herb, and bitter grass, is a shrub that primarily grows in Mexico. Historically, indigenous groups, including the Chontal Maya ...

They’ll also perk up any recipe you happen to be making. Mediterranean herbs and spices such as basil, saffron, rosemary and ...

Squash -- Cardamom, ginger, nutmeg. Tomato -- Allspice, basil, cloves, cumin, fennel, marjoram, oregano. Herbs can be combined for specific foods. Having premixed combinations on hand speeds cooking ...

Some turn to herbs for stress and anxiety, looking to tap into a natural remedy. Studies show the stress-relieving benefits of certain herbs. As a more natural method than pharmaceutical options ...

The scientific name for alfalfa is Medicago sativa, but you could also hear it called buffalo herb, Lucerne, or purple medic. This pretty plant has been traced back to ancient civilizations.

Alpert's appropriately titled album 50 is out now. By Gary Graff Herb Alpert laughs when he says that his sister Mimi — who at 98 is nine years his senior — often asks him, “Why are you ...

It's hard to beat fresh herbs straight from the garden, especially when you're not having to pay for a huge bunch when you only need a few leaves. Many herbs are seasonal, meaning they only last a ...