As the rains intensify during the last months of the year and growing vegetables becomes a real challenge, gardeners in Costa Rica can turn their attention to tending and planting hardy ornamentals ...

Last week, judging by emails and a couple of calls, I think that I did pretty well in describing the ginger root and its uses, and how to build a gingerbread house. Thanks for the comments and ...

Ginger is a spice cabinet staple, easily relied on to add flavor to soup, stir-fry or marinated chicken. It's known to be a remedy for an upset stomach. The spice also has health benefits that have ...

Whether it's added to food or drinks, ginger can help ease nausea and vomiting. It also may reduce pain and inflammation.

If you've ever reached for ginger to combat nausea or an upset stomach, you're not alone — and there's scientific evidence to support why that may be the case. Experts have trumpeted the health ...