Here’s What Happens If You Eat Ginger Every Day

If you’re going to get hooked on any spice, make it ginger. Of course, there are tons of great spices that offer significant health benefits, but it’s tough to top ginger for the sheer number of positive attributes. And unlike other popular daily supplements, it tastes great, too. (We’re looking at you, apple cider vinegar.)

The reason that ginger is so good for you is down to a compound called gingerol. This substance is anti-inflammatory, which means it can relieve pain and swelling. It is also an antioxidant that neutralizes harmful free radicals in the body. This can reduce your lifetime risk of cancer.

Read on to learn about these and many other benefits of eating ginger every day.

We think you’ll be surprised by what happens and how good you can feel. From the lifetime goal of #4, to the support that #8 offers for a really difficult undertaking, ginger can seriously be like your best friend.

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