Birch is a plant which in its leaves makes its excellent diuretic properties available to the body. A birch tea is perfect for a purification in case of water retention, cellulite, kidney stones; it also possesses eupeptic and anti-inflammatory characteristics of the digestive tract. At a dermatological level, it soothes wounds and skin diseases. Birch foliage is also useful in protecting the scalp, against dandruff and hair loss.
The laxative action of buckthorn is useful in case of both chronic and occasional constipation, acting on bowel movements and the colon. The herbal tea of frangula, also called buckthorn, also removes toxins from the body, purifies it and supports the proper functioning of the liver. Its intake is also suitable for those suffering from intestinal inertia, bloating and flatulence.
Ingredients: frangula in bark Botanical name: rhamnus frangula L. Origin: Poland
Milk thistle is a plant known in the herbal medicine tradition, indicated for liver and gallbladder disorders, with protective and purifying actions. It also contains various antioxidants, useful for the well-being of the kidneys and intestines, acting in a beneficial way for proper digestion, detoxification of the body and stimulation of diuresis.
Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
Annatto seeds, or achiote, give a unique color to your dishes by adding an exotic and healthy touch to your recipes. This spice also gives health benefits thanks to the content of carotenoid antioxidants, useful for the well-being of the eyes and the immune system. Furthermore, the seeds can also be used for cosmetics and as a dye for dyeing fabrics.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
As a cereal it has been known since ancient times, for the numerous benefits to the body: rich in vitamins and mineral salts, easily digestible, gluten-free. In particular, it is rich in salicylic acid, excellent for strengthening skin, hair, nails. Its delicate flavor can be tried to create first courses such as soups, broths, cold salads, meatballs and as a side dish for meat and fish.
The Lampung long pepper is a variety of Piper longum native to the province of Lampung, Indonesia. Characterized by compact and elongated berries, it has a warm aroma with smoky and sweet notes. Its flavor is spicy but balanced, ideal for flavoring curries, stews and infusions. Thanks to its aromatic and digestive properties, it is appreciated both in cooking and in traditional medicine.
Cassia ground cinnamon has an intense flavor that goes well with salty foods and flavors meat. In the Middle East it accompanies stews, lamb, goose and duck meat; in Thailand pork and dried fruit; in Morocco it is combined with pigeon pastilla; in Yorkshire it is excellent in braised ham. A pinch of cinnamon is perfect in mashed potatoes, ravioli and pumpkin risotto. It gives a unique aroma to vegetable pies or natural yoghurt.
Cubeb pepper or also called Java pepper is very pleasant to the palate and balanced with a particularly delicate and slightly balsamic spicy flavor. Its aroma is a bit similar to allspice with notes reminiscent of juniper berries and cloves. Recommended for meat dishes and present in numerous typical recipes of Arab pastry.
Cardamom in green seeds is a spice particularly loved in the East and in Arab countries, with a pungent, slightly spicy and fruity aroma, with hints of lemon and eucalyptus, but it is now also used in European cuisines. It is also rich in beneficial properties for health, and also for beauty: perfect for obtaining healthy herbal teas.
Ground Cardamom is a spice particularly loved in the East and in the Arab countries, with a pungent, slightly spicy and fruity aroma, with hints of lemon and eucalyptus, but it is now also used in European kitchens. It is also rich in properties beneficial for health, and also for beauty.
