Kitchen Herbalism

Medicine in the Spice Cabinet

What you'll learn

Understand the history of the medicinal uses of spices.

Gain an understanding of herbal safety.

Learn the medicinal uses of 15 common household spices.

Practice easy ways to use spices as medicine.

Requirements

No previous experience in herbalism is required to take this course. All you need is a notebook, pen, and your love of learning!

Description

Are you looking to up your culinary skills by adding a touch of herbalism to your kitchen creations? Did you know common spices in your kitchen cabinet have medicinal properties that are just waiting to be unlocked?This introductory course in herbalism teaches you about the medicinal properties of 15 popular spices most common to household spice cabinets. You'll learn a bit about the history of spices as medicine, how to safely work with herbs, and simple ways to get the best health benefits by adding these spices to your diet.  Succinct, vivid video lectures give you a close-up view of each spice in their many forms, from thriving in nature to prepared for use in your kitchen. Journaling activities will help integrate the information discussed while quizzes will reinforce the knowledge you'll acquire. You'll receive a spice inventory list to download so you can keep track of uses for the spices you love and capture the spices you want to try. You'll also receive a recipe book to download that will teach you ways to pair the spices discussed in this course with honey and vinegars to boost your health while adding a touch of deliciousness to foods you already enjoy. Come join me as we explore the healing powers of spices and learn how you can work with these spices to derive the greatest health benefits!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to Kitchen Herbalism

Lecture 2 Herbal Safety

Lecture 3 Activity 1: Journaling Exercise

Lecture 4 History of Medicinal Spices

Lecture 5 Food or Medicine?

Lecture 6 Activity 2: Spice Cabinet Inventory

Section 2: Medicine in the Spice Cabinet

Lecture 7 Tumeric

Lecture 8 Garlic

Lecture 9 Oregano

Lecture 10 Thyme

Lecture 11 Rosemary

Lecture 12 Ginger

Lecture 13 Peppermint

Lecture 14 Chamomile

Lecture 15 Sage

Lecture 16 Cayenne

Lecture 17 Cinnamon

Lecture 18 Black Pepper

Lecture 19 Nutmeg

Lecture 20 Onion

Lecture 21 Simple Medicine Making

Section 3: Conclusion

Lecture 22 Let's Stay Connected!

This course is intended for people new to herbalism and people who want to expand their knowledge of medicinal properties and uses for herbs and spices in their kitchen cabinet.