Ginger is a spice often used in baking and Asian dishes. Raw ginger is often referred to as ginger root although technically it is not a root but a special type of plant stem called a rhizome. The ginger plant is related to turmeric and cardamom.
Ginger has been used for centuries for a variety of different ailments and is often used to make tea. Its positive effect on digestion is well-known but it’s also used to treat nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, colds, flu, headaches and coughing.
Juicing is such a great way to improve your overall health. Of course consuming fruits and vegetables in any form is beneficial but juicing provides an easy way to get them into your daily diet. Juicing also makes it very easy for your body to absorb all of those nutrients.
There are also many health benefits which are associated with particular juicing ingredients. Ideally you want a wide variety of fruits and vegetables to make sure you’re really giving your body everything it needs to stay healthy and prevent disease. You should also not forget about herbs and spices. These are also very beneficial to health and can add a new dimension to the flavor of your juices.
Here are my top 10 juicing ingredients that you should try to include in your juices on a regular basis along with some of their health benefits!