Fresh ginger is the fiery root that keeps on giving. Packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, this versatile ingredient is more than just a kitchen staple, it's a wellness powerhouse.

Not only can ginger warm you up and help ward off colds, it's been linked to weight management and improved blood pressure.

The nicest thing happened to me one day as I rifled through the mail. I got a letter from Dr. C. Eugene Allen, a professor and food scientist at the University of Minnesota who just happened to be a ...

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