Ginger is a popular spice in India, widely used for its medicinal properties. It’s known for combating colds and coughs, often given to children with honey as an Ayurvedic remedy. Various preparations include sun-dried ginger for pickles and fresh ginger soaked in salt and lemon water. A favorite use is in tea, providing warmth, especially in winters.
BENEFITS OF GINGER:
- Ginger is known to have anti-inflammatory effect on the body. Any food which has anti-inflammatory effect is good for heart.
- Ginger is believed to have anti-inflammatory qualities that may relieve swelling and pain.
- Fresh ginger is used for asthma, colic, heart palpitations, swellings, dyspepsia, loss of appetite and rheumatism.
- Dried root is used to “strengthen” the stomach, inhibit vomiting and treat diarrhea.
- Many herbalist advices to chew few pieces of ginger to subside the headaches.
- Studies have been done in America showing that ginger concentration doses have great effect on the osteoarthritis of knee.
- Ginger increases the PH value of stomach acids, thus reducing the rates of gastric secretions and accelerating the activity of the enzymes necessary for digestion.
- Ginger triggers metabolism which helps in burning the fat.
- Ginger reduces the feeling of vomiting and nausea by directly acting on the stomach, rather than impeding nausea in the brain.
- Ginger helps is dilating blood vessels so good for heart patients.
- Ginger reduces Triglyceride, Cholesterol levels and formation of blood clots and thus helps in improving cardiovascular health.
- Ginger has anti-spasmic properties which provide relief to the upset stomach (gas and Bloating).
- Ginger contains anti-viral, anti-toxic and anti-fungal properties to fight against common cold.
- Ginger has ability to act on anti-histamine compounds and helps in treatment of allergies.
AVOID GINGER:
- Children under two should not have ginger.
- If you are on any medications, consult your physician, as all herbs can interact with other medications.
- Avoid ginger if you have a bleeding disorder or if you are taking blood thinners, including aspirin.
Fresh ginger as well as dried are equally beneficial.
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RD Neha Kava
National Registered Dietitian at NutriChoice4u.com
Neha Kava is a National Registered Dietitian, Certified Sports Nutritionist in India. She specializes ins Clinical Nutrition, weight management. She likes to spread awareness and educate her readers about health, nutrition, fitness, mental health, sexual health and diet tips for holistic health.
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