Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published June 5, 2017. Known for making a warming, fragrant tea, its distinct essence in cookies and a delicious spiciness in soups and stir-fries, ginger is an ancient root also known for its medicinal qualities. It’s already been well-established that it’s good for you —… Read More »
Roughly 5,000 years ago, ginger (Zingiber officinale) was a luxury item.1 The root can be eaten fresh, pickled, preserved, candied, powdered or ground and researchers have now found the mechanism through which ginger helps reduce the symptoms of autoimmune diseases.2 Ginger is from the same family as cardamom and turmeric and is indigenous to tropical… Read More »
Try this refreshing Ginger Strawberry Smoothie for a flavorful and healthy twist on a traditional strawberry smoothie. Strawberries scream summer — they’re sweet, in season, and rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant we know helps our bodies reduce inflammation, improve immune function, and boosts collagen production — hello beauty food! Busy mornings are no excuse to… Read More »
Health in 2 Point 00 Sep 6, 2019• The drought is over! On Episode 93 of Health in 2 Point 00, Jess and I talk deals, deals, deals. Ginger, which provides digital mental health services, raises $ 35 million and is growing quite fast; VillageMD, one of numerous companies who are trying to figure out… Read More »