using Ginger
Ginger has an extremely robust flavor which makes consuming it a little
bit tricky. It might be too strong to ingest on its own, but as I
mentioned, it mixes incredibly well into tea or juice, it can also be a great ingredient in a recipe.
1.Promotes Healthy Blood Pressure
Thai medical practitioners have traditionally used herbs such as ginger
to support healthy blood pressure. Extracts from ginger and other herbs
used in Thai therapeutic recipes were evaluated for their effectiveness
against hypertension. The ginger extract was the most effective.
2. Supports Stable Blood Sugar
Ginger has repeatedly demonstrated powerful blood sugar balancing
effects. It acts on insulin release and sensitivity, and supports the
metabolism of carbohydrates and lipids.
[8] In one study, insulin levels noticeably lowered with ginger supplementation.
[9]
In addition to its effectiveness as a blood sugar stabilizer, ginger
has also demonstrated powerful protective effects against diabetic
kidney, eye and liver complications.
3. Migraine Relief
In a clinical trial, 100 patients received ginger powder or a drug given
to migraine sufferers. The results showed the ginger powder helped
reduce migraine related discomfort… without side effects.
4. Brain Health
Ginger contains compounds that have demonstrated protective effects for
the brain. One of them, known as 6-Shogaol, inhibited the release and
expression of redness-causing chemicals known to cause damage to neurons
in both in vitro and in vivo models.
The other, 10-gingerol, when sourced from fresh ginger, similarly
impacted production of nitric oxide and other chemicals that lead to
redness and swelling in the brain.
5.Protection from UV Rays
Research data has shown ginger possesses UV absorbing capabilities that
protect against DNA damage related to UVB (ultraviolet-B) light.
Extracts from ginger stimulated antioxidant production, suggesting protective effects against potentially damaging UV light
6. Digestive Tract Protection
Ginger has also been historically used for flatulence, constipation, bloating,
and other digestive complaints. In addition to these gastro-protective
effects, researchers have found ginger to be effective for stress
related ulcers
7.Helps Calm Nausea and Vomiting
Clinical studies have proven ginger’s effectiveness at calming nausea and vomiting.
[1]
Research has also confirmed its potential against chemotherapy-induced
nausea and vomiting (CINV). The majority of studies found a positive
effect against this side effect of aggressive therapies.
[2] Ginger may be a powerful option for those suffering from toxic medical procedures like these.
8. Helps with Muscle Aches and Discomfort
A recent 2013 study has evaluated ginger for use in relieving muscle
discomfort in female athletes. Over the course of this 6-week trial,
participants taking ginger reported a significant decrease in muscle
soreness as compared to the placebo
9. May Benefit Cardiovascular Function
One of the active compounds in ginger, 6-gingerol, has been isolated,
tested and determined an active factor in regulating blood pressure and
supporting cardiovascular health. Based on the results, researchers are
exploring the potentials of ginger as a remedy for cardiovascular
problems.
10.May Benefit Osteoarthritis
A recent in vitro study tested ginger against drugs used for
osteoarthritis — the ginger extract was demonstrated to be as effective. Another study involving 43 osteoarthritis patients found ginger to be as effective and more safe than the NSAIDs
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