All The Ways We're Using Digestion-Boosting Ginger This Fall

When chilly fall weather starts to come around, I find myself reaching more and more frequently into my spice cabinet. After all, what's better in fall than adding some warming spices to soups, roasted veggies, and even coffee? Not to mention, there are some spices with benefits that go far beyond their warming touch. Case in point: ginger. Beyond its powerhouse flavor potential, ginger is also packed with some stellar health benefits, which is why I'll be tossing it into just about everything this season.

If those two experts' perspectives aren't enough, research shows that ginger also boosts digestion2 and may be particularly helpful in easing period pain3 and muscle soreness4.

But for this time of year, there's one favorite way to use ginger in the kitchen: soups (and stews). Since ginger accentuates the natural warmth of these dishes, it's only sensible to get those flavors stewing (pun intended). Here are some of our favorite recipes featuring ginger:

With its many health benefits and warming feel, ginger is the perfect ingredient to add to your dishes as temperatures drop. While we love it in soups, you can also try adding it to smoothies, healthy treats like cookies, and more.