Beneficial Effects

Ginger and turmeric have been used in human cuisine and in traditional medicinal practice for thousands of years. They are widely popular spices used extensively in Asian cuisine and growing in use in western cuisine. They have been used as medicinal plants, due to their anti-inflammatory properties, to treat a wide array of illnesses and conditions, such as arthritis (osteo and rheumatoid), inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, the common cold, etc.

Ginger has been traditionally used to aid digestion by promoting the secretion of digestive enzymes and reducing nausea. Turmeric can also support digestive health by soothing the digestive tract.

Ginger and turmeric are two of the most extensively studied ingredients in herbal medicine.