Ginger root, or Zingiber officinale as it’s known botanically, is part of the Zingiberaceae family and is native to the Asian continent. It also is cultivated in Africa, Jamaica and the West Indies. Ginger is a perennial herb that grows underground but also springs up a yellowish flowering stalk that dies annually. Growing in a tuberous fashion that looks like a claw of some ... Continue Reading
Benefits of Ginger Tea
Ginger root is known for its medicinal properties and it is used in many traditional medicines. The healing benefits of ginger are mainly due to its volatile oils and the high oleoresin content. A lot of research has been going on to find out the herbal benefits of this herb and so far, the researchers have found many health benefits of ginger roots. Ginger is native to Asia, ... Continue Reading