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Herbs and spices

14.1 Introduction

Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to add aroma and flavour to food.

14.2 Effects of herbs and spices
Enhancing the flavour of food
~ makes it taste better
 

~ may stimulate certain responses in the body.

One study in older adults found that enhancing the flavour of foods was associated with favourable changes in immune function compared with a group of adults eating the same food but without the flavour being enhanced.

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