Alexander Herbs & Spices

We also have indigenous roots, barks and leaves used for cleansing and medicinal purposes.
1. Sarsaparilla
2. (Bitter Sticks) Bwa Kayen
3. Citharexylum Spinosum - Bwa Kotlet
4. Bursera Simaruba - Gonmye modi
5. Chione Venosa - Bwa bande Sticks
6. Bwa bande Roots
7. Exostema Sanctae-luciae - China
8. St. Johns leaves
9. Guarea - Acajou
10. Vanilla Beans
11. Kalkan
12. Cassia Fistula - Kas
13. Mauby Sticks
14. Dandelion
15. Red Clover
16. Moringa Leaves
17. Neem Leaves

New Herbs & Spices
(Available)
1. Mullein Leaf
2. Comfrey Leaf
3. Guinea Pepper
4. Alligator Pepper
5. Chilli Powder
6. Sago Seeds
7. Urad Dal
8. Brahmi Powder
9. Anise Seeds
10. Sunflower seeds
11. Licorice Roots
12. Yohimbe Bark
13. Curry Leaves
14. Senna Leaves
15. Senna Pods
16. Hydrangea Root
17. Burdock Root
18. Charcoal Powder
19. Henna Powder
20. Milk Thistle Seeds

We will update you on the changes in pricing for our products and new arrivals of Herbs and Spices.

FENUGREEK SEEDS
It is a herb with leaves and seeds which are aromatic.

BENEFITS
• Reduces the risk of diabetes
• Improve milk production and flow in lactating mothers
• Improve weight loss especially belly fat
• Raises testosterone and boost s***m count in men

USES
• Fenugreek seeds can be used whole or grounded and use in spice blends such as garam masala or dry rubs for meats

FENNEL SEEDS
Fennel seeds are a spice that grow from the flowering plant called fennel, part of the carrot family

BENEFITS –
• Relieves menopausal symptoms
• Fennel seeds also help to prevent or reduce gas in several ways
• Fennel seeds has shown to aid in digestion

USES
They give a sweet licorice like taste and scent to curries, stews, bread desserts and beverages, also used to flavour soups.

FLAXSEEDS
Flaxseeds are the golden yellow to reddish brown seeds of flax.

Benefits
• Commonly used to improve digestive health or
relieve constipation
• Flaxseed are high in omega 3 fats
• Flaxseed may lower blood pressure
• Rich in dietary fibre

Kitchen use
• Flaxseeds are used to make smoothies
• Can be added to your granola cereal
• Can be used on your chicken nuggets and when baking bread

CARDAMON
Cardamon is a spice made from the seeds of pods of various plants in the ginger family.

Benefits
•May treat bad breath and prevent cavities – the reason why it can lead to minty fresh breath may
have to do with its ability to fight common mouth bacteria

•May improve breathing and oxygen use, relaxing your air ways this is helpful for treating asthma

Kitchen use
Cardomon does well with red meat, baking, teas, rice and lentils etc.

SAGO SEEDS
Sago seeds is a starch food, extracted from the pulp inside the stem or trunk of some palm trees

Benefits
• Helps to gain weight
• Helps lower blood pressure
• Increase energy levels

Kitchen Use
You can cook sage as a porridge

Directions
1. Put the amount of sago that you need in your boiling pot of hot water (10-12 mins)
keep stirring on low fire, to prevent lumps and add spice and sugar to taste

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Peanuts - Is a legume crop grown underground mainly eaten for its edible seeds. It is consumed raw and roasted.

Cooking use - can be used to make lettuce wraps, mixed with vegetables and diced meats, preferably mince meat, ideal for outdoor treats.

Peanut sauce - which is made from peanut and soy sauce is great for dipping chicken or beef satay, and to take your meals to next level, you can also stir the sauce into your dishes.

Health Benefits - Good for your heart, prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels. They can also stop small blood clots from forming and reduce your risk in having a heart attack or stroke. Peanuts are also rich in protein, fat and fibre. The large amount of fats the peanut contain are good fats.

Bayleaf Powder - Is a herb that is dried and grounded with a pestle or grinder for kitchen and medicinal use. Please note grounded bayleaf is also aromatic, which can be used in your home preferably your bathroom which brings out that herby and natural woody fragrance to your home.

Cooking use - can be applied to your fish, chicken & pastries, it brings a welcome flavour and taste in local drinks. It can also be drank as a tea (which is my personal favourite).

Onion Powder - Is dehydrated onion that is commonly used as a seasoning.

Cooking use - Can be used in soups and stews, meats and burgers, meatloaf. Dry rubs are a natural for onion powder.

Health benefits -
1. Good for your hair, it increases blood circulation in the hair
follicles and stimulate new hair growth
2. Onion powder are rich in antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and anti-
asthmatic properties, which is extremely essential for treating
the common cold, cough and flu symptoms

Garlic Powder - Is a spice that is derived from dehydrated garlic and is used in cooking for flavour enhancement.

Cooking use - Garlic power makes it easy to amplify the savory warmth of taco fillings made with beef or pork. You can spread it on baguettes or Italian bread and any dish with grounded beef example meatballs, meatloaf, chili hamburgers etc.

Health Benefits -
1. Garlic is highly nutritious but has few calories
2. It improves cholesterol levels, which may lower the risk of heart
disease.
3. The active compounds in garlic can reduce blood pressure

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Ginger is a plant that grows under ground. It contains a tuber (root) similar to the turmeric which is widely used as a spice.
Ginger can be used to make ginger cookies, in salads and ginger drinks for e.g. (Ginger beer, ginger juice etc)

Health Benefits - Gingerol is the main bio active compound in ginger. Gingerol has anti-inflammatory antioxidants which helps to release stress and free radicals in the body.

Ginger is good for nausea and morning sickness, helps with weight loss, menstrual pain and lower cholesterol levels.

Ginger helps if you are trying to ease an unsettled stomach especially during pregnancy. It helps by breaking up and getting rid of built up gas in your intestine. It may also help settle sea-sickness or nausea caused by chemotherapy.

It curbs cancer - gingerol the bio active molecule in ginger may slow down the growth of some cancer like colorectal, gastric, ovarian, liver, skin, breast and prostate cancer.

Menstrual cramp - studies have shown that women who took 1500 milligrams of ginger powder once for 3 days during their cycle felt less pain than women who didn't.

Cinnamon Sticks - The cinnamon bark comes from the cinnamon tree.

Kitchen Use - It can be used to add flavour and aroma to your cooking especially in your cocoa/chocolate tea.

Health Benefits - It is used for gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea and gas. It is also used stimulating appetite for infections caused by bacteria and parasite worms and for menstrual cramps, the cold and the flu.

Chia Seeds are tiny black seeds which are edible, coming from the desert salvia hispanica.

Kitchen use - Chia seeds can be eaten raw, you can sprinkle them on top of your cereal, yogurt, vegetable and rice dishes. They can be added to porridge, puddings and smoothies, not forgetting that they do very well on muffins, cupcakes and when baking bread and cakes.

Health Benefits -
1. Chia seeds are loaded with antioxidants
2. They contain a decent amount of protein
3. Chia seeds are very high in protein and fibre
4. Chia seeds are very high in omega-3 fatty acid

Chia seeds are very high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorous and protein they are all very important for your bones

Paprika - Is a spice made from dried red fruits of a sweeter variety

Cooking Use - Use to give rice colour and it is good in soups, chicken and stews.

Health Benefits - Helps in healing wounds. Decreases the risk of heart attack and prevent hair loss.

Grounded Star Anise/Star Anise - Not only great in your Christmas cake, but also great in sorrel juice, cocoa tea. Supports a healthy cardiovascular system and relaxing to the mood.

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Italian Seasoning - Is a combination or blend of different herbs, which include basil, oregano, sage, coriander, thyme etc.

Kitchen use - It is perfect for beef or pork dishes and you must not do without in your grill vegetable soups and sauces not forgetting your pizzas.

Health benefits - Contains lots of important nutrients such as vitamins e.g. the thyme and basil are good sources of vitamin K. They also have antioxidants, fibers and minerals.
Packets $6.00 & Jars $7.00

Grounded Cumin - one of the most widely used spices in the world. It has a very high iron content, some benefits include aiding digestion and weight loss. It's a beneficial herb for people suffering from diabetes and high cholesterol. It's great in seasoned meat!
Packets $4.00 & Jars $5.00

Grounded Cloves/Cloves - great for your immunity, boosts digestion, aids weight loss, relieves stress.
Packets $5.00 & Jars $7.00

Grounded Rosemary - It is a woody herb with frequent evergreen, needle like leaves with pink, white, purple or blue flowers.

Cooking Use

Rosemary goes very well with salads, stews, steaks, fish, lamb and pork. Can be also be used in teas.

Health Benefits:

Improved memory
It helps with chronic anxiety or stress, hormone imbalances
Lower your blood sugar

Packets $5.00 & Jars $7.00

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Black Pepper - Is a spice that is dried and used as a seasoning.

Cooking use - Can be used to add heat and flavour to cooking in stews, soups and enhance the taste in your favourite fruits.

Health benefits - Provides iron and vitamin K and it is good source of dietary fibre.

Packets $5.00 and Jars $7.00

Poultry (Chicken) Seasoning - Is a combination of dry herbs such as sage, rosemary, grounded black pepper etc.

Cooking Use - Can be used in soups to bring out that savoury flavour in turkey and stuffing recipes.

Packets $5.00 and Jars $7.00

Oregano - Is a herb in the mint family

Cooking Use: - Ideal for pizza and pasta sauces, marinades for lambs, chicken and beef dishes

Health Benefits: - It fight against infection
Contains antioxidants and minerals includes vitamin K, manganese, iron, vitamin E and Calcium

Packets $5.00 and Jars $7.00, you can also get grounded Oregano.

Cayenne Pepper - is hot in nature. It is frequently used it to enhance the flavour of savory dishes, and nutrients in the pepper may provide health benefits.

Packets $5.00 and Jars $7.00

Mixed Herbs - is a local mix of different dried herbs including rosemary, basil and oregano.

Cooking use - It can be use in stews, pasta sauces, sprinkle into omelets and soups.

Packets $5.00 and Jars $7.00

Local Grounded Cinnamon - Is a spice, cinnamon is available in powder form or whole, as pieces of bark which we do sell. Cinnamon is even great as a tea, or as a part of your baking ingredient, It's even great when added to your sorrel during Christmas season.
Packets $5.00, Jars $7.00

Alexander Herbs & Spices updated their phone number.

We are located on Peynier Street, Castries, Saint Lucia, on the Odsan/ Goodlands/ La Croix / Marigot bus stop.

Operational Hours -
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Fridays
from 6:00 am - 2.00 pm

Saturdays - from 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

We also do special packages to families both here and abroad.

Feel free to call or WhatsApp us to place your orders or send us an email on [email protected]

NUTMEG - Is a spice made from the seed of the Nutmeg Tree.

How to use:

Can be used in smoothies, pancakes, porridge, cakes, sprinkle on fruits and on your drinks/beverages

Health Benefits

Improves blood circulation
Relieves pain
Strengthen your cognitive function

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Basil Seasoning - Is a herb in the mint family. It adds flavour to meals, and its nutrients may provide health benefits.

Cooking Use - Used for soups, salads and tea.

Health Benefits

Support Liver function
Helps detoxify the body
Manages diabetes
Improves skin condition

Packets $5.00, Jars $7.00

Mixed Spices - includes Grounded cloves, grounded cinnamon, grounded nutmeg and grounded star anise. Great for shakes and baking. Packets cost $5.00 and Jars $7.00 all prices quoted are in Eastern Caribbean dollars.

Grounded Turmeric - Is derived from the roots of the plants that comes in a variety of colours deep-yellow, orange or bright yellow.

Cooking Use - Adds colour to your rice and vegetables, add to your water as a tea and stews.

Health Benefits

Helps to improve brain function
Lower risk of brain disease
Increase the anti-oxidant capacity of the body
Good for blood clots

Turmeric May Improve Skin Health. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, turmeric may be an effective treatment for a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema (atopic dermatitis).

Packets $5.00 , Jars $7.00

Alexander Herbs & Spices updated their website address.