Ginger Root

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is native to Southern Asia but grown in other countries with a tropical climate. The part of the plant that is used in the root, or rhizome. 

Ginger is a super-food most commonly used to relieve nausea, boost the immune system, and as an anti inflammatory agent and anti fungal. It is used to help decrease the risk of diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Its warming characteristics make it useful for aiding in improving circulation.These benefits and more are from the chemical contained within Ginger called Gingerol.

You can receive the benefits of Ginger but adding raw or powdered ginger to your foods or drinks, taking it as a supplement, or applying it externally to areas that would benefits from ginger's warming properties.

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