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Ginger drink  is a warm, comforting, and incredibly healthy beverage, especially known for its soothing properties for digestion and its ability to fight inflammation. Making it at home is remarkably simple, requiring just a few basic ingredients. ​What You'll Need (Ingredient)  Fresh Ginger               : 1 to 2 inches Water                            :  2 cups Sweetener (optional) : 1 teaspoon Lemon or lime            : 1 slice or Wedge Step 1: Prepare the Ginger ​The first step is to get the ginger ready. You have two main options: ​Peeling (Optional): Many people don't bother to peel the ginger, especially if it’s organic and thoroughly washed, as the skin contains nutrients. If you do choose to peel, use a small spoon to scrape the skin off easily. ​Slicing or Grating: ​For Stronger Tea: Grate the ginger. This releases the most...

Greeting everybody.  As the days grow shorter and a chill settles in the air, many of us seek comfort and warmth. While cozy sweaters and crackling fireplaces are part of the winter experience, nothing quite compares to a hot, soothing beverage. For centuries, across various cultures, a simple yet powerful ingredient has been a go-to for warding off the cold: ginger . Ginger Drink ​Ginger, More Than Just a Spice ​Ginger, or Zingiber officinale , is more than just a culinary staple. It's renowned for its pungent, slightly peppery flavor and a host of beneficial properties. It contains gingerol , a compound that not only gives it its unique taste but also contributes to its warming sensation. When you sip a hot ginger drink, you can feel it gently spread a feeling of warmth from the inside out. ​A Simple Recipe for a Cozy Drink ​Creating a delicious ginger drink at home is incredibly easy. A basic recipe often involves just a few ingredients: fresh ginger, water, and a sweetener....

Moringa leaf, or Moringa oleifera , is widely recognized as a superfood due to its rich nutritional content. The leaf has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. ​Here are some of the key health benefits of moringa leaf: ​ Rich in Antioxidants: Moringa leaves contain antioxidants like quercetin and chlorogenic acid. These antioxidants help combat free radicals in the body, which can cause cell damage and chronic diseases.  A study titled "Radical scavenging activity of different extracts of Moringa oleifera leaves" published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology (2014) found that moringa leaf extracts have strong antioxidant activity due to their flavonoid and phenolic compound content. ​ Lowers Blood Sugar: Several studies indicate that moringa leaf extract can help lower blood sugar levels, making it a potential aid in managing diabetes. A review article titled "Anti-diabetic effects of Moringa oleifera: A systematic re...

Curcuma zanthorrhiza, or Javanese turmeric (temulawak), is a medicinal plant native to Indonesia that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Though it is a close relative of regular turmeric, temulawak is known for its distinct earthy flavor and unique health properties. The primary active compound in temulawak is curcuminoid , which is responsible for most of its powerful benefits.  Temulawak and its plant Here are five of the most significant health benefits of this remarkable root. ​ Improves Liver Health: Temulawak is well-known for its ability to protect and improve liver function. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help reduce liver inflammation and protect liver cells from damage caused by toxins. ​ Aids Digestion: Traditionally, temulawak has been used to treat a variety of digestive issues. It stimulates bile production in the gallbladder, which is crucial for the digestion of fats. It can also help relieve bloating, indigestion, and gas. ​...

How to Plant Turmeric the Right Way – I will share about planting turmeric in this article. What is turmeric? Turmeric is a spice plant that’s commonly used as a cooking ingredient. Its popularity comes from the many benefits for the body, starting from medicine, herb, cosmetic, and even for industrial ingredients. Now, not only is it easy, you only need to take care of it during the turmeric planting process. Here we go! Choosing seed The first important steps in planting turmeric is of course choosing which seed is the best because by doing so it will ensure the quality of the turmeric when being sowed later. There are some things to pay attention when choosing seeds, such as: fulfilled the quality standards, not ridden with pests, and having high quality in general. Other thing to make sure is that the seed comes from a 7-12 years old host. Seeding The seeding process is done in order for the seed to grow as healthy and as possible. Seeding will make the turmeric able to adapt more...

In this article I want to share about how to grow ginger. First, let’s do some review about what is ginger.  Ginger is one of the most sought-after spices for Indonesian society due to its popularity as a medicine and also as a way to warm the body. Because of this function ginger is one of the plants that has medicinal property on its pseudo stem. Not only that, ginger is in the same family as other medicinal herbs such as curcuma, curcuma aeruginosa, turmeric , and also galangal . Ginger on its root is a spice originating from Asia Pacific, starting from India onto China. Therefore, with the many benefits that’s possessed by this spice called ginger, not a small amount of people is trying their best to cultivate grow it. For more information on how to grow ginger, please refer to these articles 1. Choosing seed In order to get the best results, it’s best for us to use a high-quality ginger seed too. It’s preferred for these seeds to meet the requirements of quality standards that...

Despite being known as the rhizomes with myriad of benefits a surprising negative side effects still exist when it’s consumed excessively. Not only is it used as a spice seasoning, turmeric has also been used as traditional herb drinks for a long time.     From generation to generation, turmeric is believed to be able to solve a lot of problems and diseases. For example, it’s used as an herbal drink before childbirth and sometimes as a pain reliever from menstruation. Lots of modern research have shown that turmeric is indeed a spice with many benefits, making the use of it becoming more and more prominent in society. Especially since the spread of Covid-19, turmeric and other herbs was in high demand in the market. But did you know that despite its many benefits, an excessive consumption of turmeric is still not good? This is because turmeric has a lot of active substances in it. Here are some of the side effects that we should pay attention to, as summarized by theAsia...