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Amazing Values of Ginger

April 21, 2015

 
What is Ginger?

 
Ginger is the common name for Zingiber officinale, which was originaly cultivated in China and now equally spread around the world.

Ginger is a herb but is often known as a spice, with a strong distinct flavor that can increase the production of saliva. The part that is used as spice on the plant itself is the rhizomes or ginger root. This ginger root is traditionally used with sweet foods in Western cuisine being included in popular recipes such as ginger ale, ginger snaps, gingerbread, ginger biscuits and ginger cake.

It is used in many countries as a medicinal ingredient which many believe in. Some say it can help cure diabetes, head aches, colds, fatigue, nausea and the flu when used in tea or food.

Ginger contains anti viral, anti toxic, and anti fungal properties, and is used for the prevention of and treatment against the common cold.  

Ginger acts as an antihistamine and Aids in the treatment of allergies.

Ginger displays anti inflammatory properties and can be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and various other muscular disorders.

The chemical components of the root are instrumental in inhibiting the biosynthesis of prostaglandins which are responsible for causing inflammation.

Thus the root has proven to be a highly effective form of treatment, in some cases, even more so than the NSAID’s that are traditionally prescribed.

So eating ginger may help to prevent Cancer and aging disorders.

Ginger contains special enzymes responsible for catalyzing the proteins in your food, thus aiding in digestion and the prevention of cramps.

Good for those with constipation!

The ancient Greeks used to eat ginger after a large meal, In order to ease the digestion process.

Ginger has proven to help lower your cholesterol Levels and prevent the formation of blood clots.

As a mood enhancer, ginger’s cineole content May help
contribute to stress relief.

Also used for migraine headache.

   
 Ginger can also be used for reducing toothache and the discomfort which arises due to the infection in the upper respiratory tract due to its antibacterial and antifungal nature.

 Chewing on fresh ginger,, Can help freshen the breath.

Being a warming herb, ginger can help knock out a fever.
This property also makes it effective in stimulating circulation of the blood.
 

It can also help relax muscles around the blood vessels and is said to help prevent blood clots from forming. The warming effects make it a natural decongestant as well as an antihistamine, making it the perfect remedy for colds.

 
Some studies show that it can even help inhibit The replication of the herpes simplex virus.

Recent studies show that ginger might also have a role in lowering LDL cholesterol because the spice can help reduce the amount of cholesterol that is absorbed.

It has also been shown in animal trials to help slow Or even prevent cancerous tumor growth.

 
To discover the health benefits of ginger for yourself, simply make a tea by steeping about 5 slices of ginger in hot water. If you prefer it in your food,

Ginger is excellent in many dishes and Is perfect when combined with garlic.

Ginger will spice up your food ! and contains Vitamin C, zinc and magnesium.
   

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