If you’re looking for a natural remedy for your pain, migraine, inflammation, indigestion, and diabetes, ginger is the real solution for you.
The aromatic spice belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. Some use it as a spice, and others enjoy its health benefits. It grew well in China, Asian countries, and West Africa. Europe got it last.
The Gingerbread Man was invented by Queen Elizabeth I of England, somewhere around the 16th century. The Queen loved ginger, and Shakespeare also involved it in Love’s Labour Lost, “had I but one penny in the world thou shouldst have it to buy ginger-bread.”
Ginger is a common part of culinary delicacies. Its soothing effect is used in the treatment of infections and autoimmune diseases.
Ginger root contains shogaal and gingerol which make it super powerful natural remedy.
Ginger is also rich in 1,8-cineole, 6-gingerol, 6-shogaol, 8-shogaol, acetic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, alpha-phellandrene, alpha-pinene, alpha-terpinene, alpha-terpineol, arginine, ascorbic acid, beta-bisolene, beta-carotene, beta-pinene, beta-sitosterol, boron, caffeic acid, camphor, capsaicin, chlorogenic acid, curcumene, gingerols, sesquiphellandrene, zingiberene, resins, starches, fats, proteins.
Vitamin E: 90%
Vitamin B6: 42%
Niacin: 26%
Vitamin C: 12%
Manganese 1325%
Iron: 64%
Selenium: 55%
Magnesium: 46%
Researchers have found that ginger can also be used in the treatment of some types of cancers. Ginger reduces inflammation, treats fatigue and relieves muscle pain. Use it as a supplement every day to prevent migraine, painful menstruation, hypertension, and liver damage caused by excessive use of some drugs.
Health benefits
Ginger enhances digestion, reduces flatulence, treats diarrhea, strengthens bones, acts as a detoxifier, offers aphrodisiac power, stimulates blood circulation, relieves nausea and treats symptoms of flu. Researchers suggest that it may be used as a remedy for vertigo, intestinal worms and emotional support.
1. Indigestion
For this remedy you need 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, an inch-sized piece of fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons of raw honey, 8oz of water. First, boil the ginger, take the pot off the heat, strain the liquid and cool your ginger tea. Sweeten with honey, and add in the lemon juice. Enjoy your tea.
2. Acid reflux
Chop an inch-size peace of ginger. Add it to a cup of hot water, and let it steep as usual. Strain, and drink your tea. It will help you deal with acid reflux.
3. IBS
Boil fresh ginger, and strain the liquid. Add in a tea bag of Earl Grey, and a cinnamon stick. Sweeten with honey.
4. Menstrual cramps and nausea
Candied ginger will give you a hand with those cramps. You can find it in healthy food stores.
5. Sore throat and cough
Boil 8oz of water with an inch-size piece of ginger in it. Strain, and let the liquid cool. Add in 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Stir in a tablespoon of raw honey and a lemon wedge.
6. Arthritis pain
Regular consumption of ginger powder will relieve your pain. You need about 3-4 grams of ginger powder every day.
7. Treat chills during an illness
Add 10-12 thin slices of fresh ginger in 4 cups of water. Boil it, strain the liquid, and add in the juice of an orange, the juice of half a lemon, half a cup of raw honey or maple syrup. Drink several cups of the healing remedy to increase temperature and improve perspiration. This treatment will help you treat fever, and reduce congestion.
8. Uterine bleeding
Ginger tea is recommended for women after giving birth, as it contracts the uterus, and stops the bleeding.
Precautions
Keep in mind that ginger is a blood thinner, so be careful when using it if you take blood thinning drugs, deal with a bleeding disorder or have gallbladder diseases. Ginger isn’t recommended to pregnant women, because it stimulates the uterus.
Although both traditional Chinese Medicine and health experts agree that ginger isn’t the best option for pregnant women, when used in moderation it can’t do any harm to the mother or the baby. Doses of a ¾ teaspoon can be used three times a day. Scientists have found that 2-3 tablespoons of raw ginger or 5-8 tablespoons of dried ginger don’t stimulate uterine contractions. Excessive use of ginger upsets the gastro-intestinal tract. If you’re worried about the use of ginger, try Cardamom instead.
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