Gingerbread is a delicious yet ancient staple of the holiday season — with many health benefits

No confectionery symbolizes the holidays quite like gingerbread. But it's Christmas, and indulging in a treat or two can be a fun and healthy part of life — especially when this classic biscuit includes many nutrients that may benefit your health. It's also believed ginger may support weight management, help manage arthritis and may also alleviate menstrual symptoms. Similarly, nutmeg — another common ingredient in gingerbread — is associated with reduced inflammation and may benefit heart health. While, of course, gingerbread also contains ingredients that aren't good for your health if you eat too much of it, at least you can feel a little less guilty if you indulge in a gingerbread biscuit this holiday season as it contains some beneficial ingredients.