About the Author

Over 25 years ago, Ann Powers was faced with a puzzling set of health problems that seemed unresponsive to treatments offered by the many doctors she saw. Through the advice of a friend, she embarked on a grueling three-week process to detoxify her body. Afterwards, she slowly introduced different foods back into her now healthier diet. Through this process she learned which foods triggered adverse reactions for her and found salt, sugar, and processed foods were the worst offenders.

Holding degrees in business and accounting, Power's busy lifestyle left her little choice but to learn how to easily create tasty and healthy meals rather than relying on fast-food and processed items so commonly convenient. With cooking being one of the ways she relaxed, she began experimenting with various herbs and spices in combination with the fresher ingredients in her new diet and starting taking copious notes.

The Beginning of Herbs in My Kitchen

Realizing that a host of modern ailments can be traced to our poor diets and unhealthy lifestyles, she embarked on a more intensive study of the herbs and spices she'd been using and the cuisines around the world that relied on them. After decades of learning she now aims to share this wisdom and teach others how to eat healthily without sacrificing taste and time. Our recipes include man cusines from chinese and indian, to greek and mediterranean with a focus on fresh produce and minimal meat, the suggestions and advice she's given in Herbs in My Kitchen: Reference Guide for Everyday Cooking will inspire even the busiest person.

Now living with her husband and son outside Chicago, Illinois, Ann Powers keeps active with swimming, skiing, biking, travel, and of course, healthy cooking. The delicious meals you see in this book are what keep her active and healthy every day.