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Herbs & aromatic spices

Moderate evidence

Active compounds

Carnosol (romarin)Acides phénoliques (thym)Composés soufrés (ail, ciboulette)

Targeted cancers

general

Anti-cancer actions

✦Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
✦Certain compounds directly inhibit cancer cell growth
✦Synergies with other anticancer foods

How to prepare it

Rosemary, thyme, oregano, basil, mint, parsley, cilantro, sage. Add generously to all dishes. Thyme and rosemary are among the most active.

Recommended dosage

In all dishes, daily.

⚗️ Food synergies

These foods potentiate the effects of Herbs & aromatic spices

🫒Olive oil 🧄Garlic 🥦Broccoli & cruciferous vegetables

🍳 Recipes with Herbs & aromatic spices

🐟Salmon en papillote with ginger and sesame 🥣Broccoli, garlic and thyme soup

Scientific sources

—Studies on rosemary carnosol and cell inhibition