Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a plant native to Asia. The ginger spice comes from the roots of the plant. It’s used as a food flavoring and medicine.

Nutrition Facts

• 4.8 calories
• 1.07 grams (g) of carbohydrate
• .12 g of dietary fiber
• .11 g of protein
• .05 g fat
• .1 g of sugar

Vitamins and minerals present in fresh ginger in trace amounts:

• Vitamin B3 and B6
• Iron
• Potassium
• Vitamin C
• Magnesium
• Phosphorus
• Zinc
• Folate
• Riboflavin
• Niacin

Benefits

Ginger may have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and other healthful properties. Below are some of the possible medicinal uses of ginger

Health benefits of ginger

• May provide relief from motion sickness.
• May alleviate nausea from morning sickness or chemotherapy.
• May help manage blood pressure and support heart health.
• May help manage weight and blood sugar levels.
• May relieve pain and inflammation.
• May have cancer-fighting properties.

Product Detail

.