At 7:25 AM +0100 28/1/99, Kristofer Blennow wrote: >On 27 Jan 99, Suz wrote: > >> Seems as though seasonings kill germs. Those from hot climates >> (where food spoils faster) use seasonings that pack the most >> "antimicrobial" punch. Garlic, onion, allspice and oregano kill or >> inhibit growth of all gems while hot PEPPERS, tarragon and cumin >> ELIMINATE most. > >Hmmmm.... it sounds to me like, if not total BS, at least an >exaggeration. Will investigate with some pros and get back to you all. > No it is true. they inhibit germs as well michael Bailes