Ginger has been used in Indian medicine and as a food ingredient for over 5000 years. The Arabs introduced the plant to the world, in the 13th Century with the advent of Muslim rule in India. Gingers popular medicinal virtues are supported by scientific research. It both stimulates the heart and settles the stomach.

Writings of cinnamon date back to 2800 BC. The ancient Chinese used it for treating coughs, hoarseness & sore throats. Although plentiful today, in medieval times wars were fought over the popular spice. Cinnamon was used as currency & Ceylon at the time was thoughts to be the only place were it would grow. Cinnamon is native to Ceylon (Sri Lanka), dried bark from the Laurel tree. Studies have found that the scent of cinnamon can increase memory.