It’s more helpful to consume some foods than to take medications directly when you’re facing some health problems. Ginger is one of them. It has been used as a natural remedy for many ailments for centuries, and especially good for relieving stomach discomfort as well as treating vomiting.
Hot ginger tea is a great way to consume ginger for getting its benefits. Try this simple ginger tea for an immune system boost to start the morning.
Ingredients
•4-6 thin slices raw ginger
•2 cups water
•juice from 1/2 lime
•1-2 tbsp honey
Peel the ginger and slice them thinly. Then boil the slices in water for 10-15 minutes. (If you like a stronger taste, try to add as much ginger and simmer it for as long as you want).
Remove from heat and add lime juice and honey to taste.
There are many advantages to drink this tea on an empty stomach before your breakfast:
Boosts Energy
Ginger contains chromium, zinc and magnesium, which will get the blood in your body flowing. Thus giving you a feeling of having more energy. And help prevent chills, fever and excessive sweat. Ginger tea is a good drink to fight with fatigue.
Morning Sickness
Studies have concluded that ginger is just as effective as vitamin B6 in the treatment of morning sickness.
Pregnant women might want to opt for this effective drink when they are suffering from bouts of morning sickness.
Improves Nutrients Absorption
Ginger improves the absorption and stimulation of essential nutrients in the body.
Provides Pain Relief
Ginger is a natural pain reliever. The anti-inflammatory nature of ginger means that overall you should have fewer aches and pains. Consider relieving your pain by starting your morning with a cup of ginger tea and see how this natural pain killer will help.
Relieves Migraine
Ginger may provide migraine relief due to its ability to stop prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in blood vessels.
Cures Cold and Flu
Ginger has long been used as a natural remedy for colds and flu. Expert states that to treat cold and flu symptoms in adults, drink hot ginger tea, two to three times a day.
Treats Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Ginger may be powerful weapon in the treatment of ovarian cancer. Studies found that ginger powder induces cell death in ovarian cancer cells.
Improves Your Breath
It’s a great way to flush out your mouth and neutralize a bad taste in your mouth. Drink a cup of ginger tea after your meal, it can cleanse the palate and leave your mouth feeling refreshed.
Sources: umm.edu, vegetarian.about.com ,nytimes.com
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