10 health benefits of eating ginger (slideshow)

3. May fight cancer

Although the research thus far has been with animals or in the lab, active ingredients in ginger, especially gingerol, have been shown to be effective against cancer cells. One June 2015 study, for example, found ginger extract to be effective against pancreatic cancer cells. In addition, ginger has demonstrated effectiveness against colon cancer cells. This zesty spice has also been found to be somewhat effective against prostate cancer.

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Craig Cooper

By Craig Cooper

Craig Cooper is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and TV host of CNBC's "Adventure Capitalists". He is an “Ambassador” for both the global men’s health foundation “Movember” and 2XU, the performance sportswear company. He is the author of the Harper Collins book “Your New Prime: 30 Days to Better Sex, Eternal Strength, and a Kick-Ass Life After 40“. Follow Craig on Instagram @craigcooperrrr and Facebook.

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