Add This Healthy Ingredient to Your Breakfast

By Stepy Kamei

You probably already know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. After all, starting your day off with a nutritious and filling meal is a great way to boost your energy, improve your productivity throughout the day, and reduce cravings for unhealthy snacks later on in the afternoon.

Still, there's no denying that sometimes, even your favorite breakfast foods and beverages might start to seem a little bland after awhile. If you're looking for a way to figuratively, and literally, spice up your breakfast, look no further! Keep on reading to see how you can creatively add ginger into your morning meals for an added boost in flavor and nutrition!

The Benefits of Ginger

Ginger is considered a superfood, and has been relied on for thousands of years and across many cultures as a natural way to soothe more than a few health concerns. For instance, ginger has the ability to quell feelings of nausea, indigestion, and other stomach ailments. Furthermore, consuming ginger can decrease levels of inflammation throughout the body. Some studies show that the compounds found within ginger may even reduce muscle aches and pains. Add all of these benefits to the fact that it tastes great, and you've got no reason not to try adding more ginger into your morning routine.   

Sneaking Ginger Into Your Morning Beverages

Whether you start your morning with coffee or tea to wake up, there's a way to sneak some ginger in there! If you just want to start off with a hint of spice, look for a breakfast tea or roast which already contains some ginger in it. Or, if you're looking for a fresher zing, consider grating up some fresh ginger to put into your drink. It'll provide an energy-boosting pop of flavor, as well as help ease the digestive system first thing in the morning.

Spicing Up Breakfast

For a subtle hint of ginger in your morning meals, consider adding some fresh ginger into your favorite jam or spread. You can even add fresh ginger to a bowl of yogurt or granola! If you prefer more of a grab-and-go breakfast, try whipping up a protein shake or a smoothie with some ginger in it, for a spicy way to start the day!

When it comes down to it, you can feel free to explore the many different ways in which you can add this incredibly beneficial spice into your diet. You may find it boosts your energy, improves your digestive system, and promotes an overall sense of well-being -- what's not to love?

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