18th: Century the gingerbread house was born

2 to 4: Grams of ginger German health advocates say to eat each day to prevent motion sickness and aid digestion

180: Calories in a 12-oz gingerbread latte at Starbucks, made with nonfat milk

400: Calories in a 10-oz gingerbread latte at Dunkin’ Donuts, made with whole milk and sugar

Sources: Various Web sites