The Benefits of Ginger

 There are many spices that are used for medicinal purposes but today I want to discuss how Ginger plays a vital role in improving your health.

Ginger is a root that was originally found in China. You may have already noticed that ginger is a staple ingredient in most immune-boosting supplements and teas and there’s a good reason for that! Ginger influences the immune system response and activation of T-cells, which play a central role in our ability to respond to illness and infection. Studies have also shown that ginger displays antiviral activity against a virus called the human respiratory syncytial) (initial) (Sin si sial) virus, a very common seasonal illness that causes cold-like symptoms.

Let’s look at what Ginger is. Ginger is a root that’s available in most part of the world but like mentioned founded in China.

It is a very inexpensive spice that it’s affordable to most folks and it’s a very healthy spice to incorporate into your diet.

Ginger is in the same family as other spices such as turmeric, & cardamom.

Consuming ginger on a regular basis gives your body a dose of nutrients, minerals and other compounds that has shown been shown to benefit both your mind and body.

Ginger can help with inflammation and that’s because the primary component in ginger, is gingerol. The main benefit of gingerol, from a physical health perspective, is its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which are capable of helping prevent or fight off a wide variety of infections and threats to the human immune system.

any food that is high in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds can play a role in helping the body to reduce swelling and prevent the spread of serious illnesses, from cancer to heart disease.

That’s why health professionals regularly recommend people add these types of foods to their diet. And ginger is a very simple way of adding those benefits for better health and wellness.

Fresh ginger root may help alleviate nausea and vomiting, especially during pregnancy.

Ginger has for centuries been used as a way to counteract upset stomach. It was used by sailors to prevent sea sickness, and by individuals overcoming surgery.

It can also help those undergoing chemotherapy who experience serious stomach upset and nausea.

There are plenty of over-the-counter remedies for nausea but they are not without their own set of health concerns just by searching the ingredients on the box of these products.

That’s why a more natural alternative, like ginger, can be really helpful.

Ginger is the natural alternative for dealing with muscle pain, and while somewhat less immediate in dealing with the pain, it can provide relief without introducing a wide range of nagging side effects. The improvement of these side effects is likely due to the anti-inflammatory effects of ginger.

Ginger may also help with osteoarthritis which often leads to pain and stiffness that can make any kind of movement incredibly difficult. It can also prevent you from doing simple activities that you always enjoyed doing.

Ginger can help prevent heart disease. I am always talking about how important it is to regularly consume foods that have been shown to assist in preventing the development of heart disease and associated issues, including high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

Ginger has been shown to reduce levels of fat in the blood, thereby limiting the chances that obesity and cholesterol will place excessive pressure on the veins, arteries, and heart itself.

Ginger can be a key factor in avoiding the development of heart disease.

Ginger can also help cut cholesterol in the body. Research has shown that individuals who regularly consume ginger can also lower their lipoprotein levels and alleviate pressure on the heart and circulatory system. Just a few grams of ginger powder each day is all that’s required to achieve these results.

Boost Brain Functionality To combat the decline of cognitive functionality and improve the way our brain works, we can consume foods that fight inflammation, like those with omega-3 fatty acids. But ginger can also help, as it contains its fair share of anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants. In fact, studies have shown that regularly consuming ginger extract improved reaction time and memory results in older adults, particularly elderly women.

Ginger can help in the fight against dental health problems because it’s effective in preventing the growth of many types of bacteria, particularly that associated with gingivitis and periodontitis.

So as you can see, by adding a little ginger to your daily eating you can significantly improve your health and wellness very easily.

These are the simple tools I like to give my clients to make the transition to better health easy and effortlessly so that this tips can be incorporated into your daily routine without much effort or to do.

I do hope that if you don’t currently use ginger for cooking or teas and other remedies that you decide to give ginger a try for yourself.

I am going to include a recipe that you can try for ginger tea.

Ginger Tea

Simply mix fresh ginger and local honey into hot water to get the most out of the anti-aging benefits.

Honey has natural anti-bacterial properties to help reduce inflammation, while ginger is rich in gingerol, the antioxidant that helps protect against collagen breakdown.

What you’ll need:

• About 2 inches of fresh raw ginger, to taste

• 1 1/2 to 2 cups water

• 1 to 2 tablespoons honey, to taste

• Optional: 1/2 fresh lemon or lime, juiced, to taste

To make the tea:

1. Peel fresh ginger, either slice thin or shred to maximize the surface area

2. Boil the ginger in water for 10-20 minutes depending on the strength you want

3. Remove from heat, add honey and optional lemon or lime juice to taste

Tip: Use plenty of ginger and honey for an extra flavorful tea