Ginger is from the Zingiberaceae family. It is a flowering plant that is widely used as an edible spice and for its natural health remedies. Ginger grows indigenously in China, it eventually spread to Asia and West Africa, and was exported to Europe by Asia.

Ginger has a sweet spicy flavor and is often used in culinary dishes. This calming spice is also used to treat many conditions like reducing infections and as treatment for autoimmune diseases. Ginger root has many effective compounds such as shogaal and gingerol making it a beneficial natural medicine.  It contains >1,8-cineole, 6-gingerol, 6-shogaol, 8-shogaol, acetic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, alpha-phellandrene, alpha-pinene, alpha-terpinene, alpha-terpineol, arginine, ascorbic acid, beta-bisolene, beta-carotene, beta-pinene, beta-sitosterol, boron, caffeic acid, camphor, capsaicin, chlorogenic acid, curcumene, gingerols, sesquiphellandrene, zingiberene, resins, starches, fats, proteins.

Natural ginger is up to 10,000 times more effective

 Scientific research has confirmed the effectiveness of ginger in many different treatments and preventative care of certain types of cancers. According to a study published in the journal PLoS, Ginger contains 6-shogaol,  a compound that is up to 10,000 times more effective than chemotherapy drugs at killing the cancer.  This compound is formed when ginger roots are dried or cooked.

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This spice reduces inflammation, relieves fatigue and muscle pain. Used as a daily supplement, ginger can prevent migraines, painful menstrual symptoms, hypertension, and even liver damage caused by the use of certain medications.

Health benefits of ginger include: 

Aids digestion, excess gas, diarrhea, bone heath, disinfects and detoxifies, is a known aphrodisiac, increases blood circulation, calms nausea and the flu. Other treatments are currently being researched such as vertigo, intestinal worms and for emotional support.

How to Use Ginger

•Indigestion: 

2 Tbs lemon juice, 1 inch piece of fresh peeled ginger root, 2 Tbs raw honey, 8oz of water. Boil the ginger in the water, remove from heat, strain and let the ginger water cool. Add honey and lemon to the tea and drink the tea.

•Acid reflux: 

Peel a 1 inch piece of ginger root and chop it into small pieces. Pour hot water over the chopped ginger and let it steep. Strain and drink the ginger tea.

•IBS: 

Boil a few cut up pieces of fresh, peeled ginger root. Strain the ginger from the water. Add a tea bag of Earl Grey to the infused water as well as a cinnamon stick and honey for sweetness, enjoy drinking this wonderful brew.

•Menstrual cramps and nausea:

Eating candied ginger from the health food store is a very convenient  and effective treatment.

•Sore throat and cough:

 Boil 8oz of water with one inch size piece of peeled fresh ginger root. Strain and let cool. Add 1/8 tsp of fresh ground black pepper, 1 Tbs raw honey and a lemon wedge. Drink the tea.

•Arthritis pain:

Take ginger powder daily, a recommended dose of 3-4 grams of ginger powder.

•Treatment of the chills during an illness:

 Cut 10-12 thin slices of fresh, peeled ginger root. Measure 4 cups of water, juice from 1 Orange, juice from 1/2 of a Lemon, 1/2 cup raw honey or pure maple syrup. Boil water and ginger slices for 10 minutes. Strain and add honey and fruit juices to the infused boiled water. Consuming several cups consecutively will elevate the bodies temperature and encourage perspiration. This treatment will warm the body, break a fever and also reduce congestion.

•Uterine bleeding:

 Drinking ginger tea after giving birth can cause the uterus to contract, helping stop uterine bleeding.

  

Ginger Precautions:  Ginger is a blood thinner, if you are taking prescription blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or have gallbladder disease don’t take medicinal doses of ginger. Pregnant women should be cautious in their use of ginger, it can stimulate the uterus.

Ginger and Turmeric Tea: A Dynamic Pain-Fighting Duo

They are super healing anti-inflammatory foods that should be taking daily.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups boiling water
• 1/4 tsp organic turmeric powder (find it here)
•  ground cinnamon to taste
• 1 tsp ground ginger or 2 inches fresh ginger root
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp organic raw honey

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add 2 cups of boiling water to your blender.
2. Add turmeric (here), cinnamon, ginger and blend.
3. Add raw honey, coconut oil or coconut milk. Enjoy