It is the end of January and here in Minnesota we are enjoying extremely cold temps. Yes, I said “enjoying” because it is all in our attitude right? Anyways, it is cold outside and we may need to warm up on our insides.

Did you know foods can have a warming or cooling effect on our bodies? One food that can have a warming effect on the body is the tuberous rhizome ginger.

This spice is native to southeastern Asia, India, and China. The Spaniards later introduced ginger to the West Indies, Mexico, and South America. It became popular in Europe as it became more available and was included on every table setting like salt and pepper.

It was also one of the spices used against the plague during medieval times. People would sprinkle it on to their beer and so it became known as ginger ale.

Ginger has been valued for its aromatic, culinary, and medicinal properties.

Here are some health benefits of ginger:

• Boosts the Immune System: Ginger has antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. That is a lot of “anti” power to battle infections, allergies, and cold symptoms.
• Relieves Upset Stomach and Nausea: Ginger has been used medicinally for thousands of years for the treatment of nausea.
• Anti-inflammatory Properties: There is a compound in ginger called gingerol which blocks inflammation.
• Blood Sugar Regulation: A daily dose of ginger has been shown to help control blood sugar regulation in diabetics.
• Digestive Aid: Ginger can help with indigestion, heartburn, bloating, and gas by stimulating the muscles in your intestine.

I also added cardamom to this tea. I love this spice and have started using it a lot more in my baking and cooking.

Cardamom benefits include treating teeth and gum infections, throat troubles, congestion of the lungs, pulmonary tuberculosis, inflammation of eyelids and digestive disorders. It is also used to break up kidney stones and gall stones.

So here is an awesome warming tea you can enjoy on cold days or anytime you want to experience the healing benefits of ginger and cardamom.

Do you enjoy ginger tea? What is your favorite tea?  Check out this post on white, green, and black tea if you would like to discover the benefits teas.

Be blessed, stay warm, and enjoy this honey ginger tea,

Heather

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