By Sonia Wa Sarki
Ginger is a root that has been used for thousands of years for its flavor and healing properties. It’s packed with powerful natural compounds like gingerol, which gives it its spicy taste and many of its health benefits.
Here are some major benefits of ginger:
Fights Nausea: Ginger is famous for reducing nausea, whether from motion sickness, pregnancy (morning sickness), or chemotherapy.
Relieves Pain and Inflammation: It can help with muscle soreness, arthritis pain, and general inflammation thanks to its anti-inflammatory effects.
Boosts Digestion: Ginger speeds up digestion and can ease bloating, gas, and indigestion.
Strengthens Immunity: Its antioxidants help protect the body from infections and boost overall immune health. Supports Heart Health: Regular consumption may lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and improve blood circulation.
Whether you drink it as tea, add it to meals, or take it as a supplement, ginger is a simple and natural way to support your health every day.
In addition to great taste, ginger provides a range of health benefits that you can enjoy in many forms.
Research shows that ginger is safe for most people to eat in normal amounts — such as those in food and recipes. However, there are a couple of concerns.Higher doses, such as those in supplements, may increase risk of bleeding. The research isn’t conclusive, but people on anti-coagulant therapy (blood thinners such as warfarin, aspirin and others) may want to be cautious.
Studies are exploring if large amounts of ginger may affect insulin and lower blood sugar, so until more is known, people with diabetes can enjoy normal quantities of ginger in food but should steer clear of large-dose ginger supplements.
