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Ginger

Ginger is a flowering plant that originated in Southeast Asia. It’s among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet.

It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, and it’s closely related to turmeric, cardamom, and galangal.

The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice. It’s often called ginger root or, simply, ginger.

Ginger can be used fresh, dried, powdered, or as an oil or juice. It’s a very common ingredient in recipes. It’s sometimes added to processed foods and cosmetics.

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Ginger is high in gingerol, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Just 1–1.5 grams of ginger can help prevent various types of nausea, including chemotherapy-related nausea, nausea after surgery, and morning sickness.

According to studies in animals and humans, ginger may help improve weight-related measurements. These include body weight and the waist-hip ratio.

There are some studies showing ginger to be effective at reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis, especially osteoarthritis of the knee.

Ginger has been shown to lower blood sugar levels and improve various heart disease risk factors in people with type 2 diabetes.

Ginger appears to speed up emptying of the stomach, which can be beneficial for people with indigestion and related stomach discomfort.

Ginger appears to be very effective against menstrual pain when taken at the beginning of the menstrual period.

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