Dianne Hoffmaster is a writer and green living expert. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with a minor in Health Management and Policy. Ginger is a fragrant root that is used for both its ...

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It's hard to know how to store ginger root to make it last longer. Does it have to go in the fridge, or is it one of those foods that doesn't need refrigeration? This versatile root is a healthy ...

While many ginger-infused foods are trending, the use of ginger for all around health benefits is nothing new. Ginger root has been used as a “cure” in many cultures for thousands of years in its ...

close-up of cut ginger root - Stefania Pelfini, La Waziya Photography/Getty Images Outside of the people who use ginger like it's salt, we've all been left with two-thirds of a root after making a ...

Reviewed by Julia A. Siegel, MD Key Takeaways Ginger contains gingerol, which helps reduce inflammation and redness in skin conditions like acne and eczema. Ginger is beneficial for acne-prone and ...

Just like any other root or herb, there are more benefits of ginger than just enhancing flavour [Courtesy, iStock] Ginger is a root that is popularly used in teas and foods. And just like any other ...