Ginger is an herb that has been used for centuries in cooking for special aroma, but also for its therapeutic qualities. We reveal to you everything you wanted to know about ginger.
Ginger root can be used fresh, dried, as juice or oil. Belongs to the family of plants that bears the name Zingiberaceae, related plants are cardamom, turmeric and galangal.
When it comes to its medicinal properties, in many countries around the world, ginger is used to improve appetite, against nausea and vomiting in post-operative recovery, chemotherapy, nervous stomach, traveling or pregnancy.
People have also discovered its beneficial effects onsymptoms of upper respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, cough to menstrual pain, pain caused by arthritis and muscle pain.
In some countries of the world ginger juice is used as a salve against burns, and chemicals it contains are often found in medicines against flatulence and in laxatives.
According to some records, ginger has been used in China for over 2000 years to help with digestion and treatment of diarrhea and nausea.
In the Mahabharata, one of the two major epics written in the 4th century BC in Sanskrit in India describes the dish of stewed meat which contains ginger. Ginger is also one of the main ingredients of Ayurvedic medicine which originates from India.
Approximately 2,000 years ago, ginger arrived from India to the Roman Empire and became a highly respected as a spice and as a medicinal remedy. After the fall of the Roman Empire, ginger remained a tool of trade, but major control over it had the Arab traders for the next several hundred years. During the 13th and 14th centuries ginger and black pepper were the most wanted spices , in the 16th century 450 g of ginger in England was the equivalent of a sheep.
Ginger has long been a subject of research for its therapeutic purposes, here's was revealed.
It relieves inflammation in the colon. Research conducted in Chicago showed thatcondition of patients with inflammation of the colon who took supplements based on ginger, had improved in just one month, and markers of inflammation were reduced.
Experts say that the inflammation of the colon can lead to cancer and that is why this knowledge is of great importance. PREVENTION.
It relieves muscle pain caused by physical activity. Research conducted on 74 volunteers showed that the pain caused by physical activity was reduced by 25 percent, with taking of supplements on the ginger basis.
Relieves nausea caused by chemotherapy. Ginger supplements in combination with standard drugs, relieves nausea by 40 percent.
Helps in the treatment of ovarian cancer. One study reported that ovarian cancer cells when exposed to ginger did not survive. Researchers say that ginger supplements can be of great help in treating this type of cancer as well as a good preventive measure.
It helps the liver to recover from the harmful effects of acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is known to us as paracetamol and is used as a painkiller and for lowering elevated temperatures worldwide. It is believed that acetaminophen can cause liver damage especially in people who already have certain problems.
Research has shown that ginger may protects the liver from the harmful effects of paracetamol, and because of that ginger supplements are recommended while taking acetaminophen.
It lowers elevated blood pressure. Scientists have shown that ginger is more effective in lowering blood pressure than individual drugs.
In addition to the above, ginger supplements have been shown to be very effective when it comes to migraines and painful periods.
Fresh ginger root should be kept wrapped in a paper towel and packed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. In this way it can keep freshness for up to three weeks. Dried ginger store in a cool, dark place in hermetically sealed jars.
Ginger is not recommended for those suffering from bleeding disorders or using blood thinners medication such as aspirin or warfarin.
Side effects of taking ginger are rare but may include:
Text: J. Racunica
Translator: V. Comagic
Image: courtesy of SOMMAI at FreeDigitalPhotos.net, courtesy of smarnad at FreeDigitalPhotos.net
When it comes to its medicinal properties, in many countries around the world, ginger is used to improve appetite, against nausea and vomiting in post-operative recovery, chemotherapy, nervous stomach, traveling or pregnancy.
People have also discovered its beneficial effects onsymptoms of upper respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, cough to menstrual pain, pain caused by arthritis and muscle pain.
In some countries of the world ginger juice is used as a salve against burns, and chemicals it contains are often found in medicines against flatulence and in laxatives.
Ginger through history
According to some records, ginger has been used in China for over 2000 years to help with digestion and treatment of diarrhea and nausea.In the Mahabharata, one of the two major epics written in the 4th century BC in Sanskrit in India describes the dish of stewed meat which contains ginger. Ginger is also one of the main ingredients of Ayurvedic medicine which originates from India.
Approximately 2,000 years ago, ginger arrived from India to the Roman Empire and became a highly respected as a spice and as a medicinal remedy. After the fall of the Roman Empire, ginger remained a tool of trade, but major control over it had the Arab traders for the next several hundred years. During the 13th and 14th centuries ginger and black pepper were the most wanted spices , in the 16th century 450 g of ginger in England was the equivalent of a sheep.
The therapeutic properties of ginger
Ginger has long been a subject of research for its therapeutic purposes, here's was revealed.
It relieves inflammation in the colon. Research conducted in Chicago showed thatcondition of patients with inflammation of the colon who took supplements based on ginger, had improved in just one month, and markers of inflammation were reduced.Experts say that the inflammation of the colon can lead to cancer and that is why this knowledge is of great importance. PREVENTION.
It relieves muscle pain caused by physical activity. Research conducted on 74 volunteers showed that the pain caused by physical activity was reduced by 25 percent, with taking of supplements on the ginger basis.
Relieves nausea caused by chemotherapy. Ginger supplements in combination with standard drugs, relieves nausea by 40 percent.
Helps in the treatment of ovarian cancer. One study reported that ovarian cancer cells when exposed to ginger did not survive. Researchers say that ginger supplements can be of great help in treating this type of cancer as well as a good preventive measure.
It helps the liver to recover from the harmful effects of acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is known to us as paracetamol and is used as a painkiller and for lowering elevated temperatures worldwide. It is believed that acetaminophen can cause liver damage especially in people who already have certain problems.
Research has shown that ginger may protects the liver from the harmful effects of paracetamol, and because of that ginger supplements are recommended while taking acetaminophen.It lowers elevated blood pressure. Scientists have shown that ginger is more effective in lowering blood pressure than individual drugs.
In addition to the above, ginger supplements have been shown to be very effective when it comes to migraines and painful periods.
Buying and storage
In almost all well-stocked shops you can find ginger, and when you are buying select the one whose bark is smooth, fresh and sharp smell. When you take root in your hand you should feel the weight, this means that it is fresh. Avoid lightly roots, wrinkled bark.Fresh ginger root should be kept wrapped in a paper towel and packed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. In this way it can keep freshness for up to three weeks. Dried ginger store in a cool, dark place in hermetically sealed jars.
Safety Precautions
Any use of herbs in certain medical purposes carries the risk and therefore it is necessary to consult with a physician if you want to use ginger supplements.Ginger is not recommended for those suffering from bleeding disorders or using blood thinners medication such as aspirin or warfarin.
Side effects of taking ginger are rare but may include:
- diarrhea
- heartburn
- nervous stomach
- irritation of the mouth
Text: J. Racunica
Translator: V. Comagic
Image: courtesy of SOMMAI at FreeDigitalPhotos.net, courtesy of smarnad at FreeDigitalPhotos.net
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