HEALTHY GINGER

GINGER

Ginger the root has its root in the history for more than 25oo years. Researchers state that this herb was first found in South-east Asia.

Ginger has long been known as a very healthy food. It has anti-cancer properties and is recognised as healthy by both modern and ancient systems of medicine.

Now let us see what the root has in it that it has become so very popular in medical books.

The health benefits of ginger come from chemicals called volatile oils, specifically gingerols and shogaols, that also give ginger its spicy, pungent taste. Those oils stimulate your body to produce more digestive juices and help neutralize the stomach acids that cause cramping, nausea and diarrhea. Ginger is also a natural decongestant and antihistamine, which makes it a natural treatment for head colds.

Some other health benefits of Ginger are stated below :-

· Ginger Root tea / capsule is beneficial in suppressing nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
· Ginger is better in preventing postoperative nausea than the often used injections of the tranquilizer metoclopramide.
· Helps lower cholesterol
· Helps in anti motion sickness
· Helps in rheumatism - is can also be use to cover the affected area with crushed and heated gingerroot. The natural warming agent of ginger root can bring an immediate relief on rheumatic attack.
· Helps prevent morning sickness nausea and vomiting during an early stage of pregnancy.
· Ginger is effective against hyperemesis gravidarum ( a severe type of nausea and vomiting related pregnancy). In the study there is no harm on fetus found in the use of ginger. But it is still recommended to consult your herbal doctor.

The great thing about ginger that allows it to be so potent is that it is the one natural ingredient that does not cause any known side effects. This is because it does not have the tendency to interact negatively with other drugs present in the body. In a sense, this makes ginger pretty safe to use for natural medicinal purposes.

So now I guess that after reading this article you have ample of reasons to start eating more Ginger.

But a few cautions are in order. Since ginger helps thin the blood, don’t take it prior to surgery. Ginger may interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and dietary iron, and may actually cause an upset stomach if too much is taken. Those taking blood thinners, barbiturates, beta-blockers, insulin or diabetes medications should consult their doctor about ginger since it could conflict with these medicines. Ginger may stimulate uterine contractions so pregnant women should be careful how much ginger they ingest.

EXPLORING HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER

GINGER - THE MEDICINAL ROOT

Ginger has long been renowned for its use in cooking and for its aromatic smell, but did you know that there are also many health benefits of ginger root such as curing nausea and helping with digestion.

The health benefits of ginger come from chemicals called volatile oils, specifically gingerols and shogaols, that also give ginger its spicy, pungent taste. Those oils stimulate your body to produce more digestive juices and help neutralize the stomach acids that cause cramping, nausea and diarrhea. Ginger is also a natural decongestant and antihistamine, which makes it a natural treatment for head colds

Other Benefits of ginger are :-

# Danish researchers found that ginger can block the effects of prostaglandin - a substance that cause inflammation of the blood vessels in the brain and can lead to migraines.

# Ginger was found to be effective for relieving the severity of nausea even in cases of pregnancy.

# Respiratory infections - it is well known for its warming action on the upper respiratory tract, so it has been used to treat colds and flu.

# It has been found to be effective in cramps caused by stomach gas. Ginger also stimulates digestion.

# It has a wholesome effect on the circulatory system as it makes the platelets less sticky and is of great benefit in case of circulatory disorders.

# As a mood enhancer, ginger's cineole content may help contribute to stress relief.

# It is a great mouth freshener and ginger tea has vastly refreshing properties.

# Ginger may ward off the temporary unpleasant effects of alcohol i.e., healthy hangover relief!

# Ginger dates back to the Middle Ages, when women presented the treat as a favor to knights going into battle. The gingerbread was elaborately and ornately decorated, sometimes even with gold leaf!