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10 Health Benefits of Ginger

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Ginger is a natural herb that is used across the globe as a spice. Due to the various health benefits of ginger, this herb also is considered a virtual medicine chest. Various studies have proven that ginger is highly effective for treating a number of health problems.

Ginger has anti-nausea, anti-spasmodic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antitussive (cough suppressant) properties that can do wonders for your health.

Also, ginger is a good source of vitamins A, C, E, and B-complex, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, sodium, iron, zinc, calcium and beta-carotene.

To enjoy the medicinal benefits of ginger, you can use it in fresh, dried, powdered, juice or oil form.

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Here are the top 10 health benefits of ginger.

1. Settles Upset Stomach

The carminative properties present in ginger can be used to calm an upset stomach. It also helps relax the gastrointestinal muscles, hence preventing gas and bloating.

Also, health experts often recommend ginger to treat stomach ailments such as dyspepsia or colic. It is also frequently used in the treatment of bacteria-induced diarrhea.

To improve digestion, try to eat ginger after any large meal. Ginger can also help alleviate the various symptoms of food poisoning.

2. Backents Cold and Flu

Ginger boosts the immune system so it is used as a natural treatment for colds and flu. Moreover, ginger contains antiviral, antitoxic and antifungal properties. By inducing sweating and expelling heat, it also relieves mild fever.

Consume ginger several times a day when suffering from a cold or the flu. It will help detoxify your body in a natural manner, which will make you feel better and speed up the healing process.

You can also boil one teaspoon of ginger powder or two teaspoons of freshly grated ginger in two cups of water and inhale the steam to alleviate congestion and other symptoms associated with common colds.

3. Treats Morning Sickness

Pregnant women who suffer from morning sickness can use ginger to get rid of the problem. Ginger works like vitamin B6 in the treatment of morning sickness.  Vitamin B6 is known to be effective in getting rid of pregnancy-induced nausea. Even when suffering from usual nausea, one can use ginger to get instant relief.

Chew on ginger, preferably tossed in a little honey, to get rid of morning sickness, motion sickness or nausea. If you do not like the taste of raw ginger, you can opt for ginger supplements.

4. Reduces Arthritis Pain

Ginger has strong anti-inflammatory properties that can help treat the pain associated with gout, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. According to a 2001 study, ginger extract was found to be effective in reducing the symptoms associated with osteoarthritis of the knee.

To treat the pain, apply warm ginger paste with turmeric to the affected area twice a day. Also, include raw or cooked ginger in your diet.

Plus, you can add a few drops of ginger essential oil to your bath to help ease aching muscles and joints.

5. Backents Cancer

From ovarian cancer to colorectal cancer, ginger has proven helpful. A 2007 study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that ginger powder induced cell death in ovarian cancer cells.

Another study by the University of Minnesota found that ginger can also slow the growth of colorectal cancer cells and thus helps prevent colon cancer to a great extent. Ginger also has the ability to combat other types of cancer, including lung, breast, skin, prostate and pancreatic cancers.

6. Reduces Menstrual Pain

Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful natural painkiller, hence it can be used to reduce menstrual pain.

Women suffering from menstrual pain can use ginger powder or ginger capsules to get relief. You can also drink ginger tea. This will give you instant relief from the pain and tenderness from cramps that often happen at the beginning of the monthly menstrual cycle.

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  8. Wonderful home remedies. I do make use of them almost occasionally. I myself is the propagator of all these herbs.Pl make use of them to derive the best of the sure advantages.

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  26. Now it’s cold and flu season at it’s best, all members in the house hold I’m living in for a couple of days suffered from cold, flu like symptoms, however one member said that ginger is helping her feel more relief and encouraged me to use it, while being afraid to get the same sickness. I boiled a little bit of crushed ginger with mint tea herbs to consume, coincidently I’ve didn’t develop cold and flu symptoms yet. I did not even get the flu short yet!, though I wouldn’t surprised if get sick the next day, I’m very amazed yet!

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  39. I thank you for your educational information on the use of ginger. Although, I have been adding ginger to my meals, i am learnt through your write up on the usefulness of ginger.

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