I'm not really supposed to love tarragon. After all, I have a deep and abiding hatred for the taste of licorice, and that's often how people describe the flavor of those tender, wispy leaves.
And I don't think I'm alone: judging by how unpopular this herb is compared to heavy hitters like parsley, basil, and cilantro , plenty of other folks might have serious reservations about tarragon.
Why wouldn't they? Tarragon is fancy. It's French. It's old-fashioned and strange, no better than other esoteric herbs, like angelica, rose geranium, and summer savory. But wait. And French. This is because tarragon has eugenol, a natural anaesthetic. Studies have shown that tarragon may improve the sensitivity of your body to insulin, thus reducing blood glucose concentration in your body.
How can you make tarragon tea? Just boil a tablespoon of fresh tarragon in eight to 10 ounces of water. Steep for five minutes and enjoy! Want to add tarragon to your garden? It has a subtle taste and pairs well with dishes like fish, beef, chicken, asparagus, eggs and soups. Tarragon is low in calories and carbs and contains nutrients that may be beneficial for your health. Just one tablespoon 2 grams of dried tarragon provides 2 :.
Manganese is an essential nutrient that plays a role in brain health, growth, metabolism and the reduction of oxidative stress in your body 3 , 4 , 5. Iron is key to cell function and blood production.
An iron deficiency may lead to anemia and result in fatigue and weakness 6 , 7. Factors like diet and inflammation can lead to insulin resistance , resulting in elevated glucose levels 9. Tarragon has been found to help improve insulin sensitivity and the way your body uses glucose.
Moreover, a day, randomized, double-blind study looked at the effect of tarragon on insulin sensitivity, insulin secretion and glycemic control in 24 people with impaired glucose tolerance. Those who received 1, mg of tarragon before breakfast and dinner experienced an ample decrease in total insulin secretion, which can help keep blood sugar levels balanced throughout the day Insufficient sleep has been linked to poor health outcomes and can increase your risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Changes in work schedules, high levels of stress or busy lifestyles may contribute to poor sleep quality 12 , Sleeping pills or hypnotics are often used as sleep aids but may lead to complications, including depression or substance abuse 14 , The Artemisia group of plants, which includes tarragon, has been used as a remedy for various health conditions, including poor sleep.
In one study in mice, Artemisia plants appeared to provide a sedative effect and help regulate sleep patterns However, due to the small size of this study, more research is needed on the use of tarragon for sleep — particularly in humans.
Loss of appetite can occur for various reasons, such as age, depression or chemotherapy. If left untreated, it can lead to malnutrition and a decreased quality of life 17 , An imbalance in the hormones ghrelin and leptin may also cause a decrease in appetite. These hormones are important for energy balance. Ghrelin is considered a hunger hormone, while leptin is referred to as a satiety hormone. When ghrelin levels rise, it induces hunger. Conversely, rising leptin levels cause a feeling of fullness One study in mice examined the role of tarragon extract in stimulating appetite.
Results showed a decrease in insulin and leptin secretion and an increase in body weight. These findings suggest that tarragon extract may help increase feelings of hunger. However, results were only found in combination with a high-fat diet. Additional research in humans is needed to confirm these effects In traditional folk medicine, tarragon has been used to treat pain for a long time One week study looked at the effectiveness of a dietary supplement called Arthrem — which contains a tarragon extract — and its effect on pain and stiffness in 42 people with osteoarthritis.
Individuals who took mg of Arthrem twice per day saw significant improvement in symptoms, compared to those taking mg twice per day and the placebo group. Researchers suggested that the lower dose may have proven more effective as it was tolerated better than the higher dose Other studies in mice also found Artemisia plants to be beneficial in the treatment of pain and proposed that it may be used as an alternative to traditional pain management There is an increasing demand for food companies to use natural additives rather than synthetic chemicals to help preserve food.
Plant essential oils are one popular alternative Additives are added to food to help add texture, prevent separation, preserve food and inhibit bacteria that cause foodborne illness , such as E. One study looked at the effects of tarragon essential oil on Staphylococcus aureus and E.
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