When discussing the world’s healthiest foods, fruits and vegetables are often highest on the list because of their high antioxidant capacity,vitamins, minerals and bevy of health benefits associated with consuming them. Fresh herbs are often forgotten on that list, however they can be just as essential to a healthy diet as fruits and vegetables and also offer a wide array of health benefits as well.pea-and-mint-soup

Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food. Learning how to use fresh herbs and spices like mint when cooking can also help to cut down on sodium intake.