Ginger

[Louise]

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Who knew this little rhizome had such powers? Add a little ginger into your daily diet to reap the health benefits. Fresh ginger can be found in the fresh produce aisle, and ginger powder can be found with the dried herbs and spices, choose organic where possible.




Benefits.

- Alleviates pain
- Reduces cholesterol levels
- Improves digestion
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Helps reduce nausea
- Anti-inflammatory
- A natural antacid
- Improves brain function
- Antioxidant
- Anti-cancer properties, colon and ovarian
- Reduces blood sugar levels
- Boosts the immune system

[Niamh]

Ginger is said to be very good for circulation and when combined with turmeric it has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect on the body.

[Monroe]

I absolutely hate ginger, it reminds me of a particularly horrible man in my life that loved crystalised ginger at Christmas! It’s funny how certain foods can spark memories of people or places.