I wanted to revisit this because ginger is a "warming" herb. Great year-round but also during the cooler/colder months. So if you're looking to spice it up a bit, this is one of the herbs for you.
One of my fave smoothies of the moment contains mixed berries, an apple, spinach, and a little ginger. Oh, how I love the smell of ginger. When grating it, you partake in such a wonderful aroma. It’s so pleasing to the senses. It’s also pleasing to the body. Let me tell you how.
A researcher at Cornell University Medical College discovered that ginger has an effect on blood clots that is similar to that of aspirin. By the same token, it appears that high cholesterol levels are lowered using the same active ingredient in ginger.
Health & Nutrition Benefits of Eating GingerNote this: When buying ginger, fresh is best! Be sure to avoid ginger with dry, wrinkled skin, mold or soft spots. African and Indian ginger are the most potent. Grating or using a garlic press will give you the maximum benefit. Also, ginger can give you many benefits but more is not always better. An ounce a day should give you all the benefits you will need.
Ginger has been found to be helpful in blocking the harmful effects of prostaglandin, a substance that can lead to inflammation of the blood vessels in the brain and even cause migraines.
Ginger has been associated with alleviation of the feeling of nausea, even in the case of pregnant women.
The anti-inflammatory properties of ginger make it effective in alleviation of the pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
Ginger helps to promote warmth in the upper respiratory tract and thus, is quite effective in treating the cold and flu.
Those suffering from cramps, caused by stomach gas have found ginger to be quite effective.
Ginger makes the platelets less sticky and is thus, pretty helpful in case of circulatory disorders.
The cineole content in ginger has been found to be a mood enhancer and can help in relieving stress. (Hmmm…no wonder.)
Ginger is a natural and effective mouth freshener and also aids digestion.
Ginger reduces inflammation and also helps lower cholesterol.
Ginger is good for those suffering from gas and bloating.
Naturally firms and tones skin with moisture retention properties
Ginger is believed to have anti-caner properties.
Ginger has been associated with easing of menstrual cramps and mitigation of headaches and migraines.
Ginger is quite effective in treating diarrhea.
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