Ginger! What Is It Good For?

Ginger carries certain chemical compounds that are known to support the body in several ways! The word "ginger" originated in the mid 14th century. A flowering plant found in the forests of Indian subcontinent & Southern Asia. As it ages, the root creates essential oils. Being recommended not to extract the oil until 9 month after harvesting because it can be powerful!

Ways of supporting the body: relieves nausea, motion sickness, & settle upset stomach after chemotherapy treatment. Also, reduces inflammation, eases gastrointestinal stress, alleviates intestinal gas, soothes the intestinal tract. In addition, it is a useful antiseptic in cases of the cold and flu. Ginger is available as a fresh root, dried powder, tincture, essential oil. 

Used as an essential oil:

• Revives a tired mind- comforting and warming leads to reducing fatigue & mental confusion.

• Relieves headaches- its anti-inflammatory properties help relieve headaches & migraines.

• Relieves muscle pain- boosts circulation & provides warmth to ease sore muscles.

  (blend 1-2 drops of ginger essential oil with 1 teaspoon of base oil. Massage gently into temple or area of pain).

This Morning Sunshine Juice will give you that extra pep in your step & you’ll find yourself going back for seconds after one of our warm Chewy Ginger Cookies!

Morning Sunshine Juice

Ingredients:

4 medium Granny Smith or Gravenstein apples, 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, 1 Meyer Lemon (peeled & seeded), 1/2c filtered water

Instructions:

Juice apples, ginger, and lemon together and dilute with the water. Chill before serving. If you find it too powerful you can add additional water, if desired.

(serves 2)

Recipe by Dr.Ed Bauman

Chewy Ginger Cookies

Paleo, grain-free, gluten-free, & dairy-free!

Prep Time: 10 min. Cook Time: 14 min. Serves 28 cookies.

Ingredients:

2 1/3 cups almond flour or almond meal, 1/2 cup coconut flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tsp ground ginger (or freshly grated), 1/2 tsp allspice, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, 1/2 cup honey, 6 Tbsp coconut oil (melted), 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp molasses, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 Lg egg, coconut sugar (for rolling)

Instructions:

Mix dry ingredients in medium bowl, set aside. In Large bowl, mix the rest of the ingredients. Add the dry mix to the wet mix & stir until combined. (batter consistency at this point). Chill in refrigerator at least 30 min or until firm like regular cookie dough. Preheat oven to 350’F. Form the dough into twenty-eight 1 1/2” balls. Roll ball in coconut sugar (if desired) & place on cookie sheet about 1 1/2” apart. Bake for 14 min. They’ll crackle a little (that’s good!), but still be soft. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Enjoy!

Recipe by Erin (last name not provided).

By Mia Martinek, N.C.

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