For many women, one of the most common symptoms of early pregnancy is morning sickness – nausea and vomiting that can occur during pregnancy. While morning sickness can actually occur at any time during the day or night, many women experience it most frequently or severely in the morning. For pregnant women, feeling sick in […]
You may not think about your kidneys very often, but these little organs are essential for life. When all is going well, the kidneys help expel waste and toxins from the body. But when something goes wrong, kidney problems can lead to dramatic health issues. Even non-life threatening problems like kidney stones make themselves first […]
Nothing adds freshness and flavor to a dish quite like ginger; in fact, you probably have some in your house right now. The spicy kick of this knobby root can add some zing to your juice or soothe your stomach when brewed into a tea. Although mainly used in Asian cuisine, ginger is fusing its […]
The most common place to find ginger in most homes is in the kitchen. The spicy, fresh flavor it adds to stir fry and Asian fusion meals is undeniable. What you may not know is that ginger can be incredibly useful outside the kitchen as well. Ginger – especially in its ginger essential oil form […]
You might have noticed crystallized ginger in the candy or baking aisle of your local grocery or health food store. This delicious snack is made by drying ginger slices, then curing them and coating them in sugar. The result tastes like a soft, sweet and spicy candy. Lots of people use this treat as a […]
It’s common to make ginger tea by grating a piece of ginger and letting it steep in hot water before adding a sweetener like sugar or honey. However, using crystallized ginger is a quick, easy way to make a delicious cup of ginger tea without a lot of fuss. Crystallized ginger tea is a great […]
Ginger is a popular spice that has been used by civilizations around the world for thousands of years for culinary and medicinal purposes. Learn more about potential crystallized ginger benefits to your health in this blog post! (more…)
Got a sweet tooth? Boy, do we have a great option for you! If you’re the kind of person that craves chewy candy, crystallized ginger is a tasty, naturally sweet and spicy treat that will help curb your craving and offer potential health benefits. Learn more in this blog post! (more…)
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) originated in ancient China, rooted in the ancient philosophy of Taoism more than 2,500 years ago. Today, TCM is considered a complementary or integrative health approach to modern medicine. Here are the most common Chinese herbs you can take as dietary supplements to help fill nutritional gaps in your diet. (more…)
Do the holidays have you thinking about gingerbread men? Spice up your cooking for Christmas – or anytime of year – with these great recipes featuring healthy and invigorating ginger! (more…)
