Common herbs such as parsley, basil, dill, chives and thyme are often called for in our favorite recipes. The garden and our supermarkets equip us with these specialty ingredients helping to infuse richer flavors and added color. If used in therapeutic doses, these herbs and others can also promote general well-being. While the kitchen is a great place to start, sometimes it’s necessary to up the ante and implement a supplement routine involving herbal remedies. Over the centuries herbs have been used medicinally to treat skin problems, disease, infertility and more. Today, many providers and even drug companies are incorporating herbs due to their powerful nature and often healing results. Quality is key when it comes to medicinal herbs. A manufacturer must factor in such things as the time of year it was harvested, how it was processed and prepared, what part of the plant was used, etc. In addition herbs come in a variety of forms (dry powders, liquid and solid extracts, decoctions, etc.) so this too can make a difference. Therefore, picking up any bottle of say Echinacea will not always guarantee a healthier immune system. Often when individuals do not get the results it is because the herbal strain was too weak, the incorrect form was used or the herb was not synergistically combined with necessary vitamins and/or minerals. You’re better to play it safe and get advice from a qualified provider. This will ensure long lasting results and be better for your body. In the meantime, keep cooking in the kitchen. It never hurts to throw in an extra tablespoon of parsley!
Grilled Salmon with Mustard & Herbs
From: EatingWell Magazine
Ingredients:
2 lemons, thinly sliced, plus 1 lemon cut into wedges for garnish
20-30 sprigs mixed fresh herbs plus 2 tablespoons chopped, divided
1 clove garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 pound center-cut salmon, skinned
Directions:
Preheat grill to medium-high. Lay two 9-inch pieces of heavy-duty foil on top of each other and place on a rimless baking sheet. Arrange lemon slices in two layers in the center of the foil. Spread herb sprigs over the lemons. With the side of a chef’s knife, mash garlic with salt to form a paste. Transfer to a small dish and stir in mustard and the remaining 2 tablespoons chopped herbs. Spread the mixture over both sides of the salmon. Place the salmon on the herb sprigs. Slide the foil and salmon off the baking sheet onto the grill without disturbing the salmon-lemon stack. Cover the grill; cook until the salmon is opaque in the center, 18 to 24 minutes. Wearing oven mitts, carefully transfer foil and salmon back onto the baking sheet. Cut the salmon into 4 portions and serve with lemon wedges (discard herb sprigs and lemon slices).
Alison is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (affiliated with Columbia University) and a Masters Degree candidate in Human Nutrition. She is certified by the Association of Drugless Practitioners and has a private practice in Fairfield County.
Alison empowers individuals to become the best version of themselves through exceptional nutrition and health counseling. With a passion for and extensive knowledge in healthy living and delicious whole foods, Alison works closely with her clients guiding them to a happier, healthier way of life. Examples of client results include optimized anti-aging protocol, strengthened immune system, lowered cholesterol, increased energy and performance, weight loss/gain, stress reduction, pain elimination and improved sleep,
Her nutritional insights, "Healthy Bite," will be featured regularly in future issues of Aetherial Living.
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