13 Health Benefits Of Ginger

Ginger is a plant which originated from China. It is a member of the ZINGIBERACEAE family which includes tumeric, cardamom and galangal. The underground part of the stem called the rhizome is often used as spice and for traditional treatment it is usually called Ginger root or simply put Ginger. It is used as traditional or alternative medicine in many parts of the world.

Ginger root contains a compound called gingerol.

Gingerol is a bioactive compound in Ginger which contains it's medicinal properties.

Gingerol serves as anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidants

USES OF GINGER

1. Ginger can treat many forms of nausea/common cold/flu etc.

2. Ginger reduces muscle pain caused by exercise and soreness

3. Ginger lowers blood sugar

4. Ginger could help reduce weight

5. Ginger could reduce gastrointestinal irritation

6. Ginger is used as spices in foods

7. Gingerol in fresh ginger helps fight infections

8. The anti-inflammatory properties in Ginger can help treat osteoarthritis

9. Ginger could treat indigestion

10. Ginger lowers cholesterol levels

11. Ginger reduces menstrual pain

12. Ginger prevents cancer

13. Ginger could improve brain function.

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