Ginger

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Ginger is surprisingly the most widely used dietary condiment in the world today. It’s actually part of the plant family that includes turmeric and cardamom, which may explain why the health benefits of ginger are so extraordinary.Ginger is a common ingredient in Asian and Indian cuisine. However, ginger has been used for its medicinal properties for centuries among many cultures.Ginger can be used fresh, dried, powdered, or as an oil or juice, and is sometimes added to processed foods and cosmetics. It is a very common ingredient in recipes.The unique fragrance and flavor of ginger come from its natural oils, the most important of which is gingerol.Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger, responsible for much of its medicinal properties. It has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.Ginger is the underground rhizome of the ginger plant with a firm, striated texture. The flesh of the ginger rhizome can be yellow, white or red in color, depending upon the variety. It is covered with a brownish skin that may either be thick or thin, depending upon whether the plant was harvested when it was mature or young. 

Health Benefits:

1. Ginger Contains Gingerol, a Substance With Powerful Medicinal Properties.

2. Ginger Can Treat Many Forms of Nausea, Especially Morning Sickness.

3. Ginger May Reduce Muscle Pain and Soreness.

4. The Anti-Inflammatory Effects Can Help With Osteoarthritis.

5. Ginger May Drastically Lower Blood Sugars and Improve Heart Disease Risk Factors.

6. Ginger Can Help Treat Chronic Indigestion.

7. Ginger May Lower Cholesterol Levels.