The Top 10 Health Benefits Of Ginger
Ginger is one of the most ancient spices in worldwide cuisine.
In Western cultures, it is mostly used in sweet treats and beverages such as ginger
wine, ginger ale and ginger beer.
Ginger’s irresistible fragrance is due to an essential oil, in its composition that
has been coveted and extracted by perfume makers since ancient times.
But, not only is ginger known as an essence and a spice, it is known to be one of the
oldest remedies in herbal and aromatic traditional treatments, especially in China, India, and
the Middle East.
Over time, the health benefits of ginger have expanded beyond traditional knowledge to include
a number of healthy boosts to your body.
So, without further ado, here are the top 10 benefits of ginger!
Number 1 - Improves Bone Health
Ginger is known to boost bone health and relieve joint pain.
It has a number of unique organic compounds which have actually been named gingerols,
and these are powerful anti-inflammatory compounds, some of the most powerful that can be found
in food.
These gingerols have been directly associated with improvements in knee inflammation and
associated pain, as well as suppressing the inflammatory compounds at the source, before
they can even begin to affect the body.
Ginger represents both a preventative measure and a treatment for inflammation and its associated
pain.
Number 2 - Treats Diarrhea
Ginger has been used since ancient times to cure diarrhea, and it was more recently proven
by researchers that ginger indeed helps, since it prevents stomach spasms and gases that
contribute to, and stimulate diarrhea.
In China, ginger powder has been given to those with diarrhea with great success for
thousands of years; scientists have concluded that the ancient ways are indeed beneficial
for this condition.
Number 3 - Removes Excess Gas
Excess gas does more than leave you in an uncomfortable situation if you can’t hold
your gas to yourself.
It can also be a dangerous situation for your health.
Too much gas built up in your system can force upwards and put pressure on delicate organs
in the torso.
Ginger is a very strong carminative, meaning it forces the gas down and out in a healthy
way, and also prevents additional gas from building up again.
Number 4 - Aids in Digestion
Ginger has been discovered to be a facilitator of the digestive process.
The elevated sugar levels after a meal may cause the stomach to reduce its natural rate
of emptying its contents.
Ginger helps in regulating high sugar levels that may disrupt digestion and soothes the
stomach, thus, maintaining its regular rhythm.
Along with that, ginger has a number of compounds that improve the absorption of nutrients and
minerals from the food we eat.
This is why ginger is also frequently used as an appetizer, since it can stimulate the
appetite while also preparing the digestive system for an influx of food.
Number 5 - Prevents Cancer
Gingerols, the same compounds which give ginger its anti-inflammatory qualities, have also
been shown to prevent carcinogenic activity in the colon that can lead to colorectal cancer.
This is yet another way that ginger benefits the gastrointestinal system, making it such
a perfect addition on the side of every meal.
However, more recent studies have also connected these gingerols to apoptosis in ovarian cancer
cells, thereby reducing tumors and the growth of cancerous cells, without harming the healthy
cells around them.
Number 6 - Detoxifies and Disinfects
Ginger is good at promoting sweating in those who eat it, which is always a good thing - in
moderation of course.
Sweat not only cleans out the pores and allows your body to eliminate toxins through the
liquid, but research has also shown that sweat includes a powerful germ-fighting compound.
It has been positively connected to reduced bacterial and viral - infections in a person
who sweats regularly, since it can create a protective layer on the skin.
Number 7 - Enhances Sexual Activity
It's known to be an aphrodisiac, ginger has been used for years to arouse desire and enhance
sexual activity.
Ginger’s scent has a unique appeal that helps in establishing a sexual connection.
Not to mention, ginger also helps increase blood circulation, hence blood flows more
easily to the mid-section of the body, an important area for sexual performance!
Number 8 - Prevents Menstrual Cramps
Cramps are the body’s way of alarming an individual to some type of danger or damage.
In this case, prostaglandins, which are hormones that function as chemical messengers, are
the key activators of symptoms such as cramps, pains, and fevers.
Scientists believe that high levels of this hormone contribute to increased menstrual
cramps.
Ginger helps by reducing the levels of prostaglandins in the body, hence relieving the cramps.
Number 9 - Reduces Nausea
Studies have concluded that ginger helps in curing nausea connected with pregnancy, motion
sickness and chemotherapy.
Its quick absorption and rapid regulation of body functions cures nausea without the
side effects of modern medications.
Number 10 - Treats Flu
Ginger has been prescribed to fight illness and infection for ages.
Its soothing effect helps to reduce the body’s emergency symptom responses to the damaged
cells in the body.
While the white cells work on defending against the illness, ginger acts as a barrier to the
high levels of prostaglandins that induce fever, headaches, and cramps.
There are many other potential health benefits of ginger currently under research, from reducing
heart disease, migraines and depression, and curing stress-related anxiety disorders.
It is important to note that ginger may, at times, have side effects for those suffering
from gallstones, since the herb incites the release of bile from the gallbladder.
Therefore, if this sort of condition is expected, or if you have a history of gallbladder conditions,
it is best to consult with a doctor before consuming ginger.
Have you made ginger a part of your diet?
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