We talk about the benefits of vegetables a lot—how many nutrients they have, their fiber and water content, their antioxidant properties—but one food group that doesn’t get as much attention is herbs.

Like veggies, herbs are plants too, and for centuries they’ve been used to fend off disease, treat ailments, and improve the function of the body (think immune system, organ function, and more).

As someone who is always thinking about the long-term effects of what I eat, I’m constantly looking for ways to integrate herbs into my diet. Thankfully, I came across a product that has made keeping fresh herbs on hand SO MUCH EASIER.