{"id":38726,"date":"2021-12-01T08:30:07","date_gmt":"2021-12-01T15:30:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/?p=38726"},"modified":"2022-07-27T11:23:00","modified_gmt":"2022-07-27T17:23:00","slug":"ginger-oil-uses-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/ginger-oil-uses-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Ginger essential oil: The spice of life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1206.4px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>While many of us have memories of building gingerbread houses during the holidays and sipping ginger tea to get over a case of the sniffles, ginger\u2019s warm, spicy flavor actually has a history that goes much further back than childhood traditions. Ginger originated in Southeast Asia and was taken to the Mediterranean as early the 1st century AD, so it goes waaaay back! And no wonder\u2014<span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>what spice rack would be complete without its rich taste?<\/strong><\/span> While fresh and ground ginger are now common kitchen staples, ginger also has great uses in its essential oil form. Wondering about the benefits of Ginger essential oil? Keep reading to learn more about this spicy oil.<\/p>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:715px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"993\" alt=\"Ginger root - Young Living Lavender Life blog\" title=\"pexels-daniel-dan-7543128\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38728\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%27993%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%20993%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%27993%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935-200x103.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935-400x207.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935-600x310.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935-800x414.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935-1200x621.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-daniel-dan-7543128-e1637787017935.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h3><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Ginger essential oil uses<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are many ways you can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/ginger-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ginger essential oil<\/a> in your day-to-day life. Whether you\u2019re diffusing this oil during a long road trip or applying it during a massage, its unique aroma is sure to spice up your routine!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diffuse Ginger around your home to create a warm, uplifting environment.<\/li>\n<li>Use a USB diffuser to freshen stale air in the car with Ginger\u2019s refreshing aroma. It\u2019s great for everyday errands or full-day road trips.<\/li>\n<li>Add a few drops to your favorite massage oil to relieve joint pain.<\/li>\n<li>Incorporate Ginger into your morning skin care regimen to experience its aroma while you care for your healthy skin.<\/li>\n<li>Inhale Ginger directly from the bottle during travel.<\/li>\n<li>Dilute Ginger with <a href=\"https:\/\/queue.youngliving.com\/softblock\/?c=youngliving&amp;e=prodmain&amp;t=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youngliving.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fproduct%2Fv-6-vegetable-oil-complex&amp;cid=en-US&amp;rticr=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">V-6\u2122 Vegetable Oil Complex<\/a> and massage it into your abdomen before or after meals for a warming and comforting sensation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1206.4px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h3><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Ginger essential oil steam inhalation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Try steam inhalation any time you need a relaxing, spa-like treatment and want to enjoy Ginger essential oil\u2019s benefits. The addition of Ginger is warming and creates a spicy, herbaceous environment for unwinding.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4\u20138 cups water<\/li>\n<li>Large metal bowl<\/li>\n<li>Medium towel<\/li>\n<li>1\u20132 drops Ginger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Directions:<\/p>\n<p>1. Bring water to a boil on the stove or in a kettle.<br \/>\n2. Pour the boiling water into your bowl. Make sure it&#8217;s on a flat, steady surface to avoid potential burns.<br \/>\n3. Add a few drops of Ginger essential oil and stir to disperse it throughout the bowl.<br \/>\n4. Lean 6\u22128 inches over the bowl and drape the towel over your head.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:375px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1798\" height=\"2560\" alt=\"Pouring essential oils into a kitchen pot - Young Living Lavender Life blog\" title=\"pexels-ron-lach-8271826\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-scaled.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-scaled.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38732\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271798%27%20height%3D%272560%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201798%202560%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271798%27%20height%3D%272560%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-200x285.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-400x570.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-600x854.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-800x1139.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-1200x1709.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/pexels-ron-lach-8271826-scaled.jpg 1798w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:50% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 3.84%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 3.84%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-2{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : -2.5%;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1206.4px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>5. Keep your eyes closed and deeply breathe in the Ginger-scented steam for 5\u201310 minutes.<br \/>\n6. Return to your day feeling renewed and spa-fresh!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>YL tip:<\/strong> <\/span>To avoid burns, do not touch or lean on the bowl; knocking it over can cause the hot water to spill and cause injury. Keep your eyes closed and directed away from the steam the entire time. <span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Do not use this technique with children.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Ginger essential oil diffuser blends<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Wondering how else you can enjoy Ginger essential oil\u2019s benefits? Ginger is great when used on its own but is perhaps at its best paired with other essential oils. Try these diffuser blends to bring this warm, spicy scent into your home!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #d4942a\"><u>Orange Hug<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Combine uplifting Orange with warming Ginger, comforting Cardamom, and luxurious Vanilla to spice up your space.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/orange-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orange<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 drops Ginger<\/li>\n<li>2 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/cardamom-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cardamom<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/vanilla\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vanilla<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:350px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" alt=\"Orange Hug diffuser blend \" title=\"Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38782\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201080%201920%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US-200x356.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US-400x711.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US-600x1067.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US-800x1422.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-OrangeHug-US.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><span style=\"color: #d4942a\"><u>Soothing Spice<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Looking to add something to a calm evening? Blend spicy Ginger, grounding Cedarwood, refreshing Lime, and zesty Bergamot.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 drops Ginger<\/li>\n<li>3 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/cedarwood-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cedarwood<\/a><\/li>\n<li>3 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/es\/product\/aceite-esencial-de-lima-lime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lime<\/a><\/li>\n<li>1 drop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/bergamot-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bergamot<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:350px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" alt=\"Soothing Spice diffuser blend \" title=\"Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38786\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201080%201920%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US-200x356.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US-400x711.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US-600x1067.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US-800x1422.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-essential-oil-DiffuserBlend-SoothingSpice-US.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p><span style=\"color: #d4942a\"><u>Ginger Mocktail<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bring on the laid-back vibes with fresh Lemon, uplifting Orange, spicy Ginger, and invigorating Peppermint.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/lemon-essential-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lemon<\/a><\/li>\n<li>3 drops Orange<\/li>\n<li>2 drops Ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 drop <a href=\"https:\/\/queue.youngliving.com\/softblock\/?c=youngliving&amp;e=prodmain&amp;t=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youngliving.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fproduct%2Fpeppermint-essential-oil&amp;cid=en-US&amp;rticr=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peppermint<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-5 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:350px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" alt=\"Ginger Mocktail diffuser blend \" title=\"Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38780\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201080%201920%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271080%27%20height%3D%271920%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US-200x356.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US-400x711.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US-600x1067.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US-800x1422.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Blog-Ginger-EO-DiffusserBlend-GingerMock-US.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h3><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Ginger Vitality essential oil<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Similar to the cozy personality of our Ginger essential oil, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/ginger-vitality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ginger Vitality\u2122 <\/a>\u00a0offers a warm, spicy, and stimulating flavor when used in the kitchen. Try some of these tips for adding this oil into your routine for more ways to enjoy Ginger essential oil benefits. Ginger\u2019s flavor is anything but shy, so be sure to start small with one drop and add more to taste:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Add it to recipes like soups, stews, and sauces for an enhanced warm and spicy flavor.<\/li>\n<li>Add a drop to water, tea, or your favorite beverage for a flavorful boost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h3><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>Ginger mule slush <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Create a refreshing citrusy, spicy, minty mocktail using Ginger Vitality. This recipe is perfect for serving at a party with friends or for casual nights spent marathoning the latest streaming series.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #954235\"><em><strong>This recipe serves two. <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/ningxia-zyng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NingXia Zyng<\/a>\u00ae (or soda water)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup ice<\/li>\n<li>1\u00bd-inch knob of fresh ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon lime juice<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup pineapple juice<\/li>\n<li>3 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/lime-vitality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lime Vitality<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 drops Ginger Vitality<\/li>\n<li>1 drop <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/us\/en\/product\/peppermint-vitality\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peppermint Vitality<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-6 hover-type-none\" style=\"max-width:660px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1041\" alt=\"Lemon and lime slices with fresh mint and ice - Young Living Lavender Life blog \" title=\"pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463.jpg\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-38748\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271041%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201920%201041%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271920%27%20height%3D%271041%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463-200x108.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463-400x217.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463-600x325.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463-800x434.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463-1200x651.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-farhad-hossain-7358946-e1637790447463.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\" style=\"margin-top:2%;\"><p>Directions:<\/p>\n<p>1. Wash and peel fresh ginger.<br \/>\n2. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend to a smooth, slushy consistency.<br \/>\n3. Pour into cups and garnish with lime slices or fresh peppermint leaves.<br \/>\n4. Enjoy this spicy and refreshing treat!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #954235\"><strong>YL tip:<\/strong><\/span> Cater this slushie to your personal taste. If you are sensitive to spice, add less fresh ginger. If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add your favorite natural sweetener until you are happy with the taste.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for more ideas? 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