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- A study was conducted to explore the types and frequency of herbs and spices used in cooking by Australian households, recognizing their potential health benefits.
- The research involved a survey with 400 adult participants, mainly women aged 25-64, revealing that about two-thirds used herbs and spices 1-2 times daily, primarily during meals.
- The findings indicated that basil, pepper, and garlic were the most commonly used, and a moderate to high adherence to the Mediterranean diet was linked to daily herb and spice consumption.
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Introduction: Herbs and spices have been used in cooking and food preparation to add flavour and aroma for centuries. However, many herbs and spices are also associated with a number of health benefits. Despite this, little is known about the types and frequency of use of herbs and spices in Australian households. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the types of herbs and spices used in cooking and food preparation in Australian households.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was undertaken amongst Australian adults aged ≥18 years. Participants were recruited via social media platforms requesting voluntary participation in an online questionnaire. The survey tool included questions related to the types of herbs and spices used and consumed in Australian households, frequency of use, and adherence to a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) using the Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener.
Results: A total of n = 400 participants responded and completed the survey. Participants were mostly female (n = 341; 85.3%) aged between 25 and 64 years (n = 331; 82.8%) and were overweight (body mass index: 26.5 ± 5.9 kg/m). In the previous 12 months, two-thirds of participants (n = 257; 64.3%) reported consuming herbs and spices 1-2 times per day, which were mostly consumed as part of lunch/dinner meals (n = 372; 93%). Basil (n = 391; 97.8%), pepper (n = 390; 97.5%) and garlic (n = 387; 96.8%) were amongst the most frequently used herbs and spices. Moderate to high adherence to a MedDiet was associated with daily use of herbs and spices [χ (1, n = 397) = 5.6, P = 0.018].
Conclusion: This cross-sectional analysis of Australian households shows that most Australian adults consume herbs and spices daily. Further investigation into the quantities used and needed to elicit potential health benefits of herbs and spices when incorporated into a healthy dietary pattern warrants future investigation.
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Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted to explore the types and frequency of herbs and spices used in cooking by Australian households, recognizing their potential health benefits.
- The research involved a survey with 400 adult participants, mainly women aged 25-64, revealing that about two-thirds used herbs and spices 1-2 times daily, primarily during meals.
- The findings indicated that basil, pepper, and garlic were the most commonly used, and a moderate to high adherence to the Mediterranean diet was linked to daily herb and spice consumption.
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