Ginger Root

Great for Tea!

Potential Health Benefits:

• Compounds such as gingerol & shogaol may offer beneficial effects for nausea, pain, inflammation, heart health, diabetes, cancer, & brain health

• Used to treat cold/flu

• Helps calm dizziness, vomiting, and cold sweats 

• May help manage blood pressure & prevent blood clots

• Eases heartburn

• May increase thermogenesis which helps burn fat

• Helps inhibit fat storage and absorption & helps control appetite

• Has been shown to cause cancer cell death & prevent cancer cell manipulation & growth

• Eases menstraul cramps if taken at start of period 

• Has shown protective effects against oxidative stress & inflammation 

• Has been shown to be OK for women breast feeding

Who should AVOID Ginger?

• People on blood thinners or blood pressure medications

• Overconsumption causes gas, bloating, nausea, reflux, diarrhea & abdominal pain