Preparing flavorful meals isn’t possible without herbs and spices. Whether you're sprinkling dried oregano in tomato sauce or ground cinnamon over sweet potatoes, seasonings are the backbone of ...

Getting fresh herbs is amazing, whether you grow them yourself or bought them, but they sadly don't last forever. Here's the ...

Ask the Chef: How long are my dried herbs and spices fresh? What about olive oil? Dried herbs and spices do not go "bad" -- they just lose potency over time. Some manufacturers print "use by ...

Consumer Reports found that herbs and spices might contain arsenic, cadmium, and lead, based on tests of products from McCormick, Whole Foods, and dozens of other big brands.

Do you need to cook with fresh herbs and spices to reap their health benefits or are dried spices just as good for you? We asked a dietitian to explain all.

"While there isn't a definitive scientific answer, most dried herbs and spices last a very long time – two to four years is not uncommon," he said. If a person is unsure if a spice is good to ...

Do spices have an expiration date? Officially, no. Dried herbs and spices can pretty much keep indefinitely without spoiling.