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How to use ginger: Shots, teas, and pickled ginger recipes

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Ginger is a prized knobby underground root popular for its culinary and health uses. Ginger recipes vary depending on your taste and purpose, whether it's a sizzling pan-fried meal or a simple tea. Most popular uses of ginger include garnishing meals and traditional uses revolving around managing nausea and inflammation. According to WebMD , ginger has chemicals that might aid in nausea and swelling. For more information, read 'Benefits of Ginger.'   Ginger can be used directly by grating and either soaking or boiling it in water, or tossing it into meals to add a warm, spicy kick. Another direct use is sprinkling the powder on food preparation or adding it to drinks such as smoothies. Various ginger recipes Ginger shot recipe What you need ½ -¼ cup (1 bulb) of fresh ginger, chopped or grated. ¼ -⅓ cup of freshly chopped lemon, minus the peels. ¼ cup of cold water. Can be substituted for coconut water. ½ teaspoon of honey (for taste.) A pinch of cayenne, turmeric, apple, o...

Golden milk benefits and how to make it at home(recipe)

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What is golden milk? Also known as haldi doodh or turmeric milk, this is a traditional creamy spiced Indian beverage with the main ingredient being turmeric. Turmeric gives it a distinctive golden hue and additional medicinal value.  It contains other ingredients like milk, cinnamon, black pepper, a sweetener, and any other addition of one's choosing (i.e., coconut oil or cardamom). Some people skip black pepper, but it boosts absorption. Benefits of turmeric milk Golden milk's benefits are largely due to the main ingredient, turmeric, with its anti-inflammatory properties. Other health benefits supported by WebMD are as follows: Acts as an antioxidant by protecting the body from cell damage caused by free radicals. This helps in liver detoxification. Supports the immune system through the antibacterial property of turmeric, as well as the other herbs (black pepper) present in the milk. Helps to improve digestion and gut issues by promoting healthy gut function. The warmth an...

Ginger herb: Uses, benefits, and side effects.

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Ginger is an herb that is common in most household kitchens. It has long been used in culinary dishes to enhance flavor and taste. Its uses are not limited to cooking, as it has also been linked to medical benefits in simple herbal concoctions for conditions such as sore throats and cough relief. Understanding the ginger herb Ginger is from the family Zingiberaceae , and its scientific name is Zingiber officinale. The part used is the rhizome (the underground stem popularly known as the root). The rhizome is thickened and shortened with a light brown skin and yellow insides. Ginger has a pungent smell with a spicy flavor.  The rhizome can be used freshly through grating or can be dried and powdered. Active components of ginger  Zingiber officinale contains: Gingerols are found in fresh ginger. Shogaols are formed during the heating of gingerols. Zingerone, which contributes to the sweet, pungent taste of ginger. Volatile oils include zingiberene, sesquiphelandrene, aar-cur...