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Spice It Up: MARJORAM

If you have a prefilled spice rack, you may be without realizing it. It’s a key ingredient in

overlooking a flavor you already own. Marjoram blends like herbs de Provence and za’atar. You

is a spice you didn’t know you needed. can use marjoram on its own instead of those
If you enjoy Greek or Italian cuisine, you likely blends to add a gentler herbal note to salads,
will enjoy marjoram. It was so cherished in meats, egg dishes, and sauces.
ancient Greece that mourners wove marjoram Of course, this plant is full of health benefits.

into wreaths and placed them on graves as a It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial

symbol of joy in life and peace in death. Native properties, along with antioxidants, flavonoids,
to Western Asia, marjoram is now grown around and essential oils. For thousands of years, it has
the world. been used as a holistic treatment for digestive
problems and other issues.
Marjoram tastes like a lighter, brighter, and
more floral version of oregano. That makes This versatile herb adds a burst of brightness to

sense, since they belong to the same plant all kinds of dishes. Sprinkle it on your favorite
family. Unlike oregano, marjoram is harder to dishes to enhance flavor and boost nutrition.

find fresh, so it’s often used in its dried form. Source:

If your local store sells it fresh, you can usually
find it year-round, though it’s naturally in season https://food52.com/blog/12734-fresh-

during summer, fall, and winter. marjoram-and-10-foods-to-pair-it-with
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/
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Focus on Wellne :

PRACTICING GRATITUDE

At a time when you might be facing finals, TALK ABOUT THINGS YOU ARE

hosting guests, battling crowds, or juggling too THANKFUL FOR. Share what you are
many invitations, it might feel hard to pause and grateful for with friends or family at dinner.
feel grateful. However, taking time to focus on These conversations can strengthen your

the good things in your life is beneficial to your relationships and make gratitude a regular part
overall well-being. of your routine.
Practicing gratitude can lower blood pressure, MAKE A MENTAL LIST. Begin or end your
improve sleep, boost your immune system, day by thinking of at least one thing that you are
and reduce stress. Even in stressful moments, grateful for. It’s a quick and easy habit to build.
focusing on the positives can help you feel more
optimistic and satisfied with life. Don’t stress about doing gratitude “perfectly.”

You don’t need to write a full page or hit a time
There is no one right way to be grateful, but goal. The more often you focus on what’s going
it all starts with noticing what you appreciate. well, the more natural it will become.
It doesn’t need to be major, but it must be

authentic. Once you’ve identified it, take a During the holiday madness, you may find

moment to let the feeling sink in. yourself appreciating the first cup of co ee of the
day more than worrying about the dishes in the
Here are a few simple ways to practice gratitude: sink. That’s a win.
KEEP A GRATITUDE JOURNAL. Write Source:
down one thing each day that you are thankful
for. Writing it out helps you focus on how it https://www.healthychildren.org/English/
healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-
made you feel, and later, you can look back and Resilience/Pages/how-to-practice-gratitude.
see all the good things in your life. aspx