[Latin Name]  Zingiber Officinalis

[Specification] Gingerols 5.0%

[Appearance] Light yellow powder

Plant Part Used: Root

[Particle size] 80Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is ginger?]

Ginger is a plant with leafy stems and yellowish green flowers. The ginger spice comes from the roots of the plant. Ginger is native to warmer parts of Asia, such as China, Japan, and India, but now is grown in parts of South American and Africa. It is also now grown in the Middle East to use as medicine and with food.

[How does it work?]

Ginger contains chemicals that may reduce nausea and inflammation. Researchers believe the chemicals work primarily in the stomach and intestines, but they may also work in the brain and nervous system to control nausea.

[Function]

Ginger is among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet.It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain.Here are 11 health benefits of ginger that are supported by scientific research.

1. Ginger Contains Gingerol, a Substance With Powerful Medicinal Properties
2. Ginger Can Treat Many Forms of Nausea, Especially Morning Sickness
3. Ginger May Reduce Muscle Pain and Soreness
4. The Anti-Inflammatory Effects Can Help With Osteoarthritis
5. Ginger May Drastically Lower Blood Sugars and Improve Heart Disease Risk Factors
6. Ginger Can Help Treat Chronic Indigestion
7. Ginger Powder May Significantly Reduce Menstrual Pain
8. Ginger May Lower Cholesterol Levels
9. Ginger Contains a Substance That May Help Prevent Cancer
10. Ginger May Improve Brain Function and Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
11. The Active Ingredient in Ginger Can Help Fight Infections

Full recipe below Enjoy!

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Ingredients:
DRY-
1.5 cups wholemeal self-raising flour
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ginger powder
pinch of chilli flakes
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds

WET-
300g pumpkin
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp chopped jalepeno slices
2 tbsp sundried chopped tomatoes
1/3 cup sweet corn
1 flax egg (made from 1 tbsp ground flaxseed and 3 tbsp water)
1 tbsp miso paste

Method:
Preheat oven to 180C. Chop and boil pumpkin until soft. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a separate bowl mash pumpkin and mix in other wet ingredients. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix. Spoon into lined muffin tray (2 large tablespoons per muffin) and bake for 25-30 mins.

Vegan Resources:
’101 Reasons to Go Vegan’

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4HJc…

‘Cowspiracy’

https://www.cowspiracy.com

‘Earthlings’

https://www.nationearth.com/earthlings-1/

‘Uprooting the Leading Causes of Death’

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30gEi…

‘Forks Over Knives’

https://www.forksoverknives.com/the-film/

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