GINGER ALL THE WAY

Sure, ginger is the star of this season’s classic cakes and cookies, but the plant’s healing properties are something to celebrate, too. From settling stomachs to brightening skin, here’s how the sweet and zesty spice is rooted in health.

Nourishes Hair Thinning hair? Reach for products with ginger in the ingredients list. The plant can help stimulate hair follicles while nourishing and moisturizing your locks. But this root’s healthy hair benefits don’t stop there. Thanks to its antiseptic properties, ginger is also a terrific remedy for dandruff. Ginger-filled products can help you ditch those flakes. You can also create a DIY hair mask with fresh ginger juice mixed with coconut oil. Improves Skin Ginger is nature’s gift to skin. Filled with antioxidants that encourage collagen production, ginger can help give your skin a soft, smooth appearance and can even help prevent signs of aging like wrinkles. Another bonus: This ingredient can also reduce the appearance of hypopigmented scars—those that appear lighter than your natural skin tone. Dab a bit of fresh ginger on the…

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Taste of Home (Digital) - 1 Issue, December/January 2022

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