All beers are not bad! There is one healthful beer that is certified for amazing health benefits, plus you can readily brew it at home - Ginger beer. There are a few information you should know before you indulge in it though.

How to Select and Store Ginger
Whenever possible, please make sure to choose fresh ginger over the dried form of the spice since it is not only superior in flavor but contains higher levels of gingerol as well as ginger’s active protease (it’s anti-inflammatory compound). Fresh ginger root is sold in the produce section of many local markets in Nigeria and amongst other countries in diaspora. When purchasing fresh ginger root, inspect it closely to see that it is firm, smooth and free of mold. Ginger is generally available in two forms, either young or mature. Mature ginger, the more widely available type, has a tough skin that requires peeling and is very available in the country (Nigeria) while young ginger, usually only available in Asian markets , does not need to be peeled (as I have come to know from World’s Healthiest Foods).

Even though dried herbs and spices like ginger powder are widely available in many supermarkets (e.g Shoprite), you may want to explore the local spice stores or markets in your area.

Tips for Preparing Ginger for Consumption
To remove the skin from fresh mature ginger, peel with a paring knife. The ginger can then be sliced, or minced. The taste that ginger imparts to a dish depends upon when it is added during the cooking process. Added at the beginning, it will lend a subtler flavor while added near the end, it will deliver a more pungent taste.

Now here’s how to make yourself a ginger beer to enjoy at home. This recipe was provided by an associate and friend – Adaobi Okonkwo of DobbysSignature (She’s a veteran chef with both national and international repute). Enjoy!

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