HEALTH BENEFIT OF GINGER

Ginger with a botanical name, Zingiber officinale, is an erect, herbaceous perennial plant in the family Zingiberaceae grown for its edible rhizome,The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice. It is often called ginger root, or simply ginger. Ginger is also called Ata-ile or Atale in yoruba, also called Cithar in hausa, it was originated from China spread to other part of Asia and subsequently West Africa and the carribbean. India is the largest producer of ginger beating China which comes second. Nigeria remains the largest producer of ginger in Africa and fourth largest producer of ginger in the world. It is important to know that india and Jamaica produces the best ginger.

-Ginger has been used for thousands of years for the treatment of numerous ailments, such as colds, nausea, arthritis, migraines, and hypertension

–Ginger has powerful anti-diabetic properties.

-Ginger has anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer and antioxidant activities, as well as a small amount of analgesic property,” says Roberta Lee, MD, vice chair of the Department of Integrative Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City.

– It can be used in the form of tea for providing relief to sore throat and coughing.

-One of the traditional uses of ginger is for pain relief, including menstrual pain.

-It reduces pain and inflammation, making it valuable in managing arthritis, headaches, and menstrual cramps.

-Gingerol, the bioactive substance in fresh ginger, can help lower the risk of infections.

-Ginger can help in alleviating the symptoms of eczema, owing to its anti-inflammatory properties

-Ginger can also help in managing migraines

-It may prevent stomach ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.

Ginger Tree

-Study shows that consumption of ginger can reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other health problems.

-Ginger is also used for the treatment of many unrelated diseases that include arthritis, rheumatism, sprains, muscular aches, pains, sore throats, cramps, constipation, indigestion, vomiting, hypertension, dementia, fever, infectious diseases, and helminthiasis. Moreover, it is used in many gastrointestinal problems including morning sickness, colic, upset stomach, gas, bloating, heartburn, flatulence, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and dyspepsia, according to sciencedirect

RELIEVES ASTHMA

Ginger contains some anti-inflammatory properties which tends to reduce or relieve asthma. Ginger is good for respiratory disorder, Ginger helps to break down mucus, making it easier for your body to expel air. It also helps improve circulation to the lungs and reduces inflammation. Ginger contain Zerumbone, according to ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, Zerumbone (ZER), an active constituent of the Zingiberaceae family, has been shown to exhibit several biological activities, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-microbial, and anti-cancer. Therefore always add ginger to your food.

RELIEVING PAINS

Ginger contains some anti-inflammatory properties that may ease pain and discomfort associated with arthritis and joint problem, Some studies have shown that ginger extracts that contain gingerol and non-gingerol components can prevent inflammation in and destruction of the joints

GINGER LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE

Ginger may be good for the control and lower blood pressure. Ginger is a versatile incredient, with powerful anti-diabetic properties, According to M. Jan Ghayur and A. Gilani from The Aga Khan University Medical College in Pakistan and published in the January 2005 issue of the “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology,” ginger can reduce blood pressure by blocking the voltage-dependent calcium channels.  The chemical compounds in this herb may help reduce hypertension, or high blood pressure, but it is always advisable to consult your doctor before using ginger to address high blood pressure.

GINGER MAY LOWER CHOLESTEROL LEVELS   

Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Roscoe) is one of the world’s best known spices, and it has also been universally used throughout history for its health benefits, it can help lower cholesterol level. Cholesterol is a fatty substance which is made in the liver. Everybody needs some cholesterol in their bodies just to keep one ticking over. However, having too much cholesterol can clog up the arteries and lead to health problems in the future, carrying high levels of LDL cholesterol (the bad cholesterol) in the blood increases one’s chances of heart attack or strokes, and that is why it advisable to keep cholesterol level healthy

Fresh Ginger

GINGER CAN LOWER THE RISK OF CANCER

Ginger a powerful anti-oxidant and natural cancer fighter.Cancer is a very serious disease that is characterized by uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells. Ginger can reduce various oxidative stress, Oxidative stress is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in your body. Free radicals are oxygen-containing molecules with an uneven number of electrons. The uneven number allows them to easily react with other molecules. The active compounds 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol exhibit anti-cancer properties against the gastrointestinal tract and helps in cancer cell death.

RELIEVE NAUSEA

Ginger has been used for centuries as a stomach remedy for nausea, bloating, and overall stomach upset, ginger is a popular remedy for nausea, a type of stomach upset that often results from morning sickness, motion sickness, chemotherapy, food poisoning, migraines,  6-gingerol relaxes the gastrointestinal muscles, which can relieve nausea and vomiting.

GINGER IS GOOD FOR COLD AND FLU

Ginger has been used for thousands  of years as a natural treatment of cold and flu, most especially in the Asia. According to  lifehack.org , The University of Maryland Medical Centre states that, to treat cold and flu symptoms in adults, steep 2 tbsp. Of freshly shredded or chopped ginger root in hot water, two to three times a day. It can be used in form of tea for providing relief to sore throat and coughing

REDUCE PAINS AND INFLAMMATION

Ginger contains some of the most potent anti-inflammatory fighting substances known and is a natural powerful painkiller. a 2017 review of 16 clinical trials determined that the phytochemical properties in ginger may combat inflammation. These authors also called for further research into the most effective dosages and types of ginger extract.

GINGER GOOD FOR CHRONIC INDIGESTION

Ginger has a long tradition of being very effective in alleviating discomfort and pain in the stomach it is believed that delayed emptying of the stomach is a major driver of indigestion. interestingly, ginger has been shown to speed up emptying of the stomach in people with this condition. The herb heals and protect us from the gut, hastens the movement of food through the gastrointestinal tract, and reduces wind, bloating and cramps. It also awakens the taste buds and gets digestive juices flowing. Colic and dyspepsia respond particularly well to ginger

Ginger Tea

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