The ginger plant is native to Southeast Asia. Since ancient times, ginger has been used as a delicious and fragrant ingredient in many recipes. In the past, it was also used as a medicine. Ginger is responsible for the delicious flavor of ginger ale, gingerbread and ginger candies.
Ginger: Positive health benefits
Gingerol is found in the roots of the plant. Gingerol helps with gastrointestinal motility. The rate at which food moves through the stomach, and then continues down the digestive tract is called gastrointestinal motility.
Ginger promotes better digestion by improving gastrointestinal motility. Ginger can also help with a variety of other things.
Ginger has been reported to be used for a variety of medicinal purposes, including:
- Relief from nausea. Ginger can help to calm stomach upset and nausea. Ginger is particularly effective in treating nausea among chemotherapy patients and pregnant woman.
- Bloating and/or gas Ginger reduces bloating caused by poor digestion.
- Improved cellular health Ginger is rich in antioxidants that protect cells from damage.
There are also speculative medical uses for ginger. A 2019 study suggests that ginger can help with weight loss and maintain a healthy BMI. A 2019 scientific literature review found that ginger supplements significantly reduced body weight, waist-to hip ratio and the participants’ BMI in overweight or obese subjects.
Ginger Consumption
Ginger is delicious, and it is packed with antioxidants and nutrients that are good for your health. Ginger is a superfood that can be consumed in many ways.
You might try:
- Eat fresh ginger root. You can grate, chop, or slice ginger root to consume. You can add this to smoothies or salads.
- You can use powdered or dried ginger root. Use dried or powdered Ginger Root in your cooking to add flavor and nutrition.
- Make ginger tea. Ginger tea can be found in most grocery stores. Ginger tea can be made even more delicious by adding sugar or honey.
- Make or buy ginger kombucha. Ginger kombucha packs an extra health-boosting punch. Kombucha, with its probiotics and ginger, is considered a healthy drink.
Conclusion
Ginger is used for many different medicinal purposes. Ginger is most commonly used to improve digestion and reduce nausea. Many studies have shown that ginger can help with weight loss, immunity, and much more. You can enjoy the benefits of ginger in many different ways.
