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Does turmeric and ginger really work for inflammation?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Turmeric/Ginger: Turmeric has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory & anti-oxidant properties. Ginger has more gastro-intestinal benefits than anti-inflammatory.

Answered 11/14/2020

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