Battle of Roots: Turmeric vs Ginger

 Why Do We Need Turmeric & Ginger Roots?

       Turmeric and ginger root both are known to be very beneficial to our bodies, specifically targeting gut, oral & skin health. Both are properties and compounds within their structures that create powerful chemical reactions in the body; these reactions target internal organs and boost overall organ systems.         

    They are located within the same species family which is known as 'Zingiberaceae,' which is a perennial herbal plant that's native to the continent of Southeast Asia, originating throughout different places in India. 

What is Turmeric Root? 

    Beginning with turmeric root, let's discuss what it is and where it derives from; turmeric root is chemically known as Curcuma longa, which originates from the ginger family. It is a commonly used plant/root that has numerous health, skin & mental health benefits. It is mainly used as a spice, herb, dye, or medicine; it contains curcumin which is vital for our bodies. This specific chemical has high antioxidants, anti-inflammatory & anti-aging benefits. Let's discuss the major health benefits associated with turmeric root, starting with diseases and conditions. 

    Type II diabetes, Alzheimer's, depression, and hypertension are increasing within the American population as the decades age, turmeric root has been proven to benefit or decrease each one of those conditions. Other benefits turmeric root is good for irritable or aggravated bowels, removes acne or blemishes, decreases headaches, lowers cholesterol, and improves memory. Turmeric root is great for our skin, hair, and nail growth because it targets and boosts the involved nerves part of the growing process. 

What is Ginger Root?

    Next, let's bring ginger root or rhizome into the discussion which is commonly used for digestive gut health, it's a flowering plant that's commonly used as medicine or cooking, drinking spice. There are numerous benefits of ginger root, however, most people and doctors recommend ginger solely for digestion problems. Ginger is anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and anti-nausea; it also contains properties that help with weight loss, hair growth, healing gut issues, and managing arthritis. The bioactive compound called gingerol is located within ginger which has highly potent medicinal properties. 

    Ginger also lowers heart disease and eliminates risk factors of diabetes, insomnia, IBS/Crohn's, and thyroid disorders.  Menstrual cramps and pains are common for women which are typically treated with various forms of birth control which has negative long-term effects on overall women's health. Ginger lowers the chance of recurrence of these menstrual problems that happen every month, it's common for women to utilize bath soaks, herbal teas, and skin lotions during those times. Ginger also directly targets and boosts cognitive health and overall human development, brain vitality decreases for most people over time however ginger boosts brain functions. 

  

    Overall, ginger and turmeric roots are very beneficial to our bodies and brains, they're versatile and utilized in various ways which is common among the eastern countries. Both have high potent properties that aid in overall physical and mental development. 

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