THE WONDERS OF THIS POWER-PUNCHED HERB

Feeling chilly? Ginger is a warming herb. A warm digestive system means fewer digestive issues, less upset stomach, less nausea, less bloating, and more overall support to the immune system. 

Have a tickle in your throat? Fighting something off? Ginger is antiviral and antibacterial. It can help prevent getting sick and, if ill, can support you in getting better. You can add some honey or cinnamon as well.

Taking an antibiotic? Antibiotics are cooling to our digestion. This power-punching herb helps warm your digestive system, which protects the good bacteria from getting killed off and keeps your internal biome functioning as it should. The more robust and more functional your internal biome, the better the antibiotic can fight off the infection-causing bacteria.

Taking a mood med? These can also be cooling to the tummy. Add in the daily habit of ginger tea to support your immune system and your mood during the winter months.

Try a ginger bath! Adults, kids, and even babies benefit from ginger baths. Ginger baths work as anti-inflammatories (which can be calming) while also having antiviral and antibacterial properties. A ginger bath can be especially effective for sick children. The anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting* nature of ginger can help the body naturally reduce fevers.  Just remember that you can feel dizzy after a ginger bath so take it slow.  A good temp for the bathwater is about 100 degrees for about 20-30 minutes.

HOW TO MAKE GINGER TEA

  • Steep chopped-up ginger root in a pot of 4-6 cups of water for a good 15 -20 minutes. Let cool, pour through a sieve to eliminate that peel.

  • One good-sized ginger root should be strong enough to make about 4-6 cups. Store in a jar or two in the fridge; it will be good for a few weeks.

  • Your daily tea prep is a snap, heat up some water, and add some ginger concentrate to taste. This is good for all ages. Option to add some cinnamon or honey.

  • Want to get ahead of the game? Prep a few roots in a larger pot and store some concentrate in the freezer; ice cube trays work great.

Add some ginger root to your grocery list, tis’ the season!