Health Benefits of Ginger

Health Benefits of Ginger

Health Benefits of Ginger

Through much research and various studies, the health benefits of ginger have been discovered. Ginger is a flowering plant that originates from China. Since ancient times it has been used in cooking and for medicine as a natural remedy. To this day people still use ginger in their cooking and some even take it in the form of a supplement to ingest its many health benefits. 

Fresh ginger is full of antioxidants and nutrients that reduce nausea, help digestion, and reducing inflammation, to name a few. It is used as a natural remedy to aid in reducing symptoms and helps to heal various health-related problems. 

This article covers all the amazing health benefits of ginger and how it can be used to help and heal your body.

*Please note: consult your doctor before using ginger to treat any of your health problems. There may be better solutions for you and it is best to discuss with a medical professional*

 

Health Benefits of Ginger

Reducing Bloating & Gas 

Research has been done on the effect of ginger and the digestive tract. Some research shows that enzymes in ginger can help break down gas which can help with pain caused by bloating. If you are suffering from gas or a bloated stomach you can add some fresh ginger to hot water and make ginger tea. This may help reduce your symptoms. 

 

Relieves Nausea

Research on the effects of ginger on nausea shows that it can sometimes help morning sickness and reduce nausea after cancer treatment. If you are suffering from nausea in this way you can ingest fresh ginger or a ginger supplement to try and reduce your symptoms. 

 

Cold & Flu Relief 

Ginger can sometimes work as a reliever of cold and flu symptoms. Although, research has shown that the effectiveness varies. Dry ginger is shown to be less effective than fresh ginger in this case. Ginger is not bad for you, therefore, trying it to relieve some symptoms with it is not a bad idea. Try adding fresh ginger to your tea and drinking it to see if it helps with relief.

 

Reducing Muscle Pain

Studies have been conducted to show the effectiveness of ginger against muscle pain. It shows ginger does not have an immediate effect on muscle pain but taken over a period of time can reduce sore muscles. This means if you eat some ginger every day for a period of time you may actually reduce the soreness of your muscles. 

 

As you can see there are various health benefits of ginger. If you are ever looking for a natural way to health your health problems it can be worth it to give ginger a shot. 

 

Love,

Sam

6 October 2020