Abstract

Herbs are leaves of certain plants that usually grow in temperate climate. They are leaves of soft stemmed non-woody plants. Most of the herbs used in cooking possess some medicinal value. Apart from the nutritional value, they act as antioxidants, antiseptic, fight cough and cold, help in digestion, are anti-bacterial and support body’s immune system to maintain health. Out of about 30 well-known types of herbs, approximately 12 are generally used in cookery.