Surprising Benefits Of Ginger

Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) belongs to the family Zingiberaceae. It originated in South-East Asia and now used in many countries as a spice and condiment to add flavor to food. It is rich in phytochemicals, antioxidants and also acts as an anti inflammatory agent.

Fresh ginger is considered best as it has a higher level of gingerol. For thousands of years, Arabic, Indian, and Asian healers have used ginger in food as well as in medicine. This tropical plant, in the same bo­tanical family as turmeric and cardamom, was effectively used to relieve nausea and vomiting caused by illness and seasickness.

To Prevent Nausea And Vomiting

It has been used as a remedy to treat nausea from ages, ranging from motion sickness to morning sickness. The digestive benefits of ginger target the specific parts of your GI ( gastro intestinal ) tract and thereby controlling nausea and vomiting.

Anti Inflammatory Effect

It has been known to boost up immunity from long. It battles various types of infections in the body including the infections from respiratory tract as well as your gut. Consuming ginger tea provides relief to the sore throat and clears congestion.

It also provides relief from acute or chronic pain. Ginger is useful in relieving pains of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and also cures muscle stiffness which occurs after some exercises.

Anti Oxidant Benefits

 Increased production of free radicals results in oxidative stress that can lead to DNA damage. the anti-oxidative properties of ginger and its components have been found to  Strengthen the body's defenses by improving the antioxidant status will undoubtedly protect human against many chronic diseases.

Lowers Cancer’s Risk And Extent

The anti cancer properties of have been found gingerol, which is maximum in raw, fresh ginger. Studies have shown that Ginger and its bioactive molecules are effective in controlling the extent of colorectal, gastric, ovarian, liver, skin, breast, and prostate cancers. It also helps in controlling the nausea after chemotherapy.

Promotes Brain Health

Including ginger in your food basket could help you fight from anxiety, depression and even alzheimer’s disease. Ginger helps to increase the serotonin and dopamine levels in your body that can reduce the inflammation and also helps fight depression.

Lowers Cholesterol Levels

Daily consumption of ginger helps to reduce the levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) in the body and thereby also beneficial for heart health.

Reduces Menstrual Cramps And Migraine

Owing to the anti inflammatory and anti spasmodic prpperties of ginger, it has proved beneficial in decreasing menstrual cramps and bloating.

Studies have shown that taking 500 to 600gms of ginger powder at the onset of migraine and continuing to do so every 4-6 hrs for 4 days helps in preventing migraine.

Weight Loss

Ginger water has emerged as a boon for people struggling with weight loss. Taking warm ginger water everyday helps to improve digestion and leads to a better metabolism.

Fights Signs Of Ageing

Due to the anti oxidant effects of ginger, it helps to preserve the skin’s collagen and thereby prevents ageing. It also minimizes open pores and reduce acne scars and blemishes.

Good Hair Health

It helps to prevent the hair loss, dandruff and split ends. Using ginger along with various oils like castor, olive or coconut promotes hair growth.