Witch hazel and aloe are both alike in that their primary use is for treating skin conditions. Their culinary applications are not well-known except by herbalists. Both plants come with some serious health warnings, which means that you will need …
Spirulina and moringa are both known for their extensive array of health benefits. They are so nutritious that many people deem them superfoods. Processed spirulina and moringa powder also look alike in that they are both green powders. Beyond those …
Echinacea is an herb in the Asteraceae family with a reputation as a medicine that goes back centuries. It is American in origin and was widely used by Native American tribes in the Great Plains for treating numerous ailments. The …
Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) and hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) are unrelated plants that have a few things in common but a lot of differences. Here’s where things can get confusing: hibiscus is called sorrel in some parts of the world. If you …
Pickling salt and sea salt are chemically similar and taste a lot alike. Both will make your food salty; however, there are some key differences in how you should use them. Let’s look at how they compare in this SPICEography …
Pickling salt and kosher salt give your food a salty flavor. What’s more, they are both great options for a cleaner salt taste. Does this mean that they are exactly the same and that you can switch them out in …
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Cracked black pepper is a term for coarsely ground black pepper. Ground black pepper typically means pre-ground and refers to black pepper ground at the factory and packaged in small cans or shakers. Both come from the same dried drupe …
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Onion powder and onion are both great ways to add a sharp, astringent taste to food. While they both start with the same raw materials they are surprisingly different when it comes to flavor subtlety and use cases. Learn about the differences …