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Ginger: A Medicinal Ingredient
What is Ginger?
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Ginger is a root native to Southeast Asia; it is used in many 17th century recipes. Ginger is also used medicinally as a digestive aid.The English origin of the word, "ginger", is from the mid-14th century, from Old English gingifer, from Medieval Latin gingiber.
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Using Ginger Today
Ginger is commonly used as a kitchen spice today adding a fragrant and mild aroma to the flavors. Ginger is also made into teas and hard candies, and carbonated drinks (ginger ale) which are often used by individuals with soar throats, stomach aches, nausea, and cramping. Ginger has been thought to also help muscle pain, heart disease, lower cholesterol, increase brain activity, and fight infections.
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