Ginger is part of the same plant family as the cardamom, galangal, and turmeric, where the “rhizome” or the root-like stem of the plants are mostly used. The therapeutic uses of ginger have been mentioned for thousands of years in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine, as well as adopted widely in the Middle East, Africa, the Caribbean and Europe as well.
Nutritionist Avni Kaul says modern-day science also backs up traditional and anecdotal claims about ginger, as well as divulging more interesting findings of its powerful healing properties. This wonderful spice has been found to possess broad-spectrum anti-bacterial, parasitic, viral and inflammatory properties. Ginger also has many types of powerful antioxidants, like gingerols, shogaols, and zingerones.
In today’s article,
Delhi’s top Nutritionist and Dietitian Avni Kaul talks about surprising health benefits of ginger you may not know. Here they are:
It Helps Reduce Your Risk Of Diabetes
There are some active compounds present in ginger that improves insulin and metabolism. Keep both dried and fresh ginger always ready for flavoring smoothies and vegetable-based stir and soups. While some chemical compounds in ginger may reduce over time, the drying process enhances other beneficial ones.
It Is A Natural Way To Relieve Period Pain
Ginger helps with menstrual pain the most. Drinking ginger tea can also soothe nausea during those days of the month. However, if you normally take acetaminophen or ibuprofen, it may not work as well. Consult with your physician before trying any supplement in extract or pill form, since it may interact with other medications you’re consuming.
Ginger Is Anti-Inflammatory
Like other food products, nuts, seeds, beans, and whole grains, ginger also contains antioxidant-like compounds called phytonutrients that help reduce cell damage. The root also prevents inflammation from starting by reducing cell-signaling activity. By adding ginger to meals is the key to unlocking those qualities.
It Soothes Upset Stomach
The idea of ginger can help with some light tummy trouble is nothing new. In fact, ginger has multiple digestive benefits particularly acting on parts of your GI tract responsible for feelings of nausea, stomach upset, and vomiting. It also assists move food from the stomach to the small intestine for digestion and absorption. Though ginger cannot prevent food poisoning.
