Best root: Ginger

Who doesn’t love ginger? And while we understand that there are some people who cannot handle the spiciness, there are certain ways in which you can end up eating the pungent root without having to deal with the spicy aftertaste of a ginger shot (though that would be the best way in which you can take advantage of its healthy properties).

The reason ginger is so popular and exciting is that it is essentially considered nature’s multivitamin. It naturally has a lot of nutrients (including zinc, magnesium, calcium, and iron), but it is also known to be full of antioxidants. Ginger also has a lot of antibacterial and antiviral properties, making it the ideal root to eat when you are feeling like the flu is knocking on your door.