There is a good reason for classifying ginger as superfood. Ginger is known to improve immunity, digestion and reduces inflammatory processes.
Ginger contains zingerone, shogaols and gingerols – essential oils that provide its recognizable aroma and flavor. In addition these oils make powerful agents effective in fighting bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
The consumption of ginger root tea can improve your digestion and immunity, and it is beneficial in treating asthma, cardiovascular problems and many other health issues.
What are the benefits of ginger tea
- Ginger makes a good medicine for headaches, flu, cold and sore muscles. It’s unique substances make for his ability stop pain, and prevent an inflammatory response in the body.
- Consuming ginger tea on regular basis greatly strengthens the immune system. With its high quantity of antioxidants it can boost immunity and help in warding off infections.
- Drinking only a cup daily will greatly reduce the risk of stroke, because ginger also break down the fat layered in your blocked arteries.
- With its ability to warm your body, ginger is also good for improving the circulation of blood. Increasing the blood glow will improve the exchange of vitamins, minerals and oxygen in your cells.
- This spicy root is also known to kill the common cold virus.
- Researchers have recently discovered that ginger extract is mortal enemy of lung cancer cells. Moreover, it’s metabolites are even more toxic. According to them, one of the compounds found in ginger, the 6-Gingerol, is metabolized into 6-gingerdiol inside the cancer cells. Studies have shown that it can destroy up to 76% of lung cancer cells. This discovery only adds up to the previously confirmed anti-cancer properties of the ginger extract, which is also very efficient treatment for other types of cancer: prostate cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer and leukaemia.
- Now we know how exactly ginger extract kills the cancer cells. Also, the health benefits of this superfood go beyond killing cancer. Recently it has been proved that ginger can improve insulin sensitivity, reducing the insulin levels in people with diabetes. According to yet another study aimed at women, ginger can greatly improve memory and cognitive performance.
Ginger tea benefits for fitness athletes
Ginger Tea and Weight Loss
Dieters can benefit from drinking ginger tea too. This natural cure keeps your blood levels in check, boosts your energy, and makes you feel full longer. It is well known that ginger stimulates the appetite. However, it also improves digestion and enhances food absorption.
Poor digestion contributes to weight gain, causing bloating, nausea, and toxin buildup. By drinking ginger tea, you can prevent these problems and enjoy better health.
Ginger tea not only improves gastrointestinal health, but also boosts your metabolism. This plant has powerful thermogenic effects and can increase your metabolic rate by up to 20 percent. It basically causes your body to burn fat more effectively.
Other studies have shown that ginger tea helps reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. If you drink this tea along with meals, you’ll feel full faster and eat less.
Reduce Muscle Soreness and Recover Faster
Drinking one or two cups of ginger tea daily will decrease muscle soreness and improve recovery time between workouts. Ginger contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds known as gingerols. These substances promote muscle repair and can help you recover from exercise faster. They also reduce muscle pain and inflammation after strenuous workouts. Athletes who consume ginger tea a few times a day recover faster and have a stronger immune system.
How to make a ginger tea
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- Coconut milk (to taste)
- Raw organic honey (to taste)
Boil the water. Reduce the heat after adding the ground ginger and turmeric. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add coconut milk, honey or lemon to improve its taste.
