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Curries are traditionally spicy vegetable dishes found in many regions in Asia and India, although some dishes may also include tofu or meats. The word "curry" can also refer to a sauce that is used to spice up vegetable or meat dishes. Curry spices...

Small, green, and healthy—microgreens and sprouts may appear similar to those unfamiliar with either. But they aren’t the same. Simply put, microgreens are young, edible plants while sprouts are germinated seeds.Sounds simple enough? There’s a lot mo...

Sometimes called "base oils," organic carrier oils are simply non-animal oils (from vegetable or mineral sources) that are used to "carry" essential oils and other extracts used for therapeutic or culinary purposes. Bulk carrier oils are infused with...

Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub with a centuries-long history of holistic medical usage in the Indian Ayurveda tradition. Today, organic ashwagandha is enjoying newfound popularity in the west, and for good reason.This ancient herb may have a posit...

Whether you’re prepping a pot of chili or tossing together some tofu tacos, spices make all the difference. With that said, most spices are different from each other, too. Cayenne and paprika are no exception.Because they’re occasionally found in rec...