The Indians and Ancient Chinese
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5,000 years ago, ginger was considered luxury. The Indians and Ancient Chinese used the root of ginger as a tonic to treat common illnesses. This amazing plant was originated in Southeast Asia; it has become popular over time and is grown all over the world today. Ginger has been grown for over 4,400 years. It is a well-known cooking spice. Ginger comes from the plant Zingiber Officinale. In ancient times ginger was used to treat a variety of medical conditions. In China, it is used for digestion, nausea, and diarrhea. Ginger is one of the most popular herbs in America and is found in most grocery, drug and health food stores. Ginger (Zingiber officinale), a common spice that was considered a luxury more than 5,000 years ago, has a very rich history. The Indians and ancient Chinese used the root of ginger as a tonic to treat common ailments. Although ginger originated in Southeast Asia, it was widely cultivated in other countries.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale), a common spice that was considered a luxury more than 5,000 years ago, has a very rich history. The Indians and ancient Chinese used the root of ginger as a tonic to treat common ailments. Although ginger originated in Southeast Asia, it was widely cultivated in other countries. Ginger (Zingiber officinale), a common spice that was considered a luxury more than 5,000 years ago, has a very rich history. The Indians and ancient Chinese used the root of ginger as a tonic to treat common ailments. Although ginger originated in Southeast Asia, it was widely cultivated in other countries.
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