Peachy Ginger Green Monster Smoothie
[Vegan]

Peachy Ginger Green Monster [Vegan]

I would like to start by saying that I have nothing against gingers (got some ginger hair myself underneath all this hair dye), so don’t go reading too much into this title. In fact, I love ginger, for many reasons: * It boasts anti-inflammatory properties. If your joints ache, your muscles are... I would like to start by saying that I have nothing against gingers (got some ginger hair myself underneath all this hair dye), so don’t go reading too much into this title. In fact, I love ginger, for many reasons: * It boasts anti-inflammatory properties. If your joints ache, your muscles are sore, you’ve got cramps – just eat some ginger. You’ll feel much better. It is also excellent to boost your immune system, so consuming ginger on a regular basis will help keep your nose snot-free. * It is wonderfully warming. Try adding some grated ginger to hot water or hot chocolate for a comforting brew. * It helps to reduce flatulence (isn’t that a miracle!). Other than that, it has many other gastrointestinal benefits, such as relief from vomiting and nausea during pregnancy, motion sickness, and even protection against colorectal cancer. A potent little root, to say the least. * Oh and apparently it’s an aphrodisiac. Go try that. So drink it, or eat it! I love adding a small chunk to my juices (I repeat: small chunk, as this is a very potent little root, mind you) or grating some into my smoothies, soups, stir-frys, and desserts. Even hot chocolate with some grated ginger is lovely. Or brown rice, hmm. Try it in any which way you like, a little to begin with, and figure out for yourself how you like to consume this root. I think we could all do with incorporating more into our diet, especially in the winter when our immune system can use all the help it can get. Read More