It is believed that regular consumption of drinks with ginger helps to lose weight. Is it really true?
Ginger belongs to the category of hot spices. It has a sharp-sweet taste and a pleasant smell. Ginger root is one of the most popular spices in the world, it is combined with meat, fish, vegetables and desserts, and in the East it is even used to make jam.
The benefits of ginger
Ginger contains up to 3% essential oils, as well as a large amount of amino acids required by the human body. It contains vitamins A, C, B1 and B2, as well as potassium, sodium, zinc and iron. Ginger has the ability to thin the blood, thereby lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. In addition, it is extremely useful for people engaged in intellectual work. And ginger tea with honey and lemon is successfully used for colds.
Ginger and weight loss
The benefits of ginger are undeniable, but how does this all relate to weight loss? The fact is that it has another interesting property - to neutralize fatty foods. To feel the "slimming" effect, it is recommended to drink ginger drinks within a month, 20 minutes before meals.
Contraindications As with any product, ginger has some contraindications: ulcers, hypertension, cholelithiasis, bleeding
Ginger drink with honey
Ingredients:
- 20 g grated ginger root
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 250 ml water
Preparation:
In a glass, mix the grated ginger and chopped lemon wedge, pour boiling water over the mixture, let cool and sweeten with honey. Strain before use.
Ginger-Lemon Rosemary Tea
Ingredients:
- 2 cm piece of ginger root
- 2 teaspoons of black or green tea
- 2 lemon slices
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
- 500 ml of water
Preparation:
Place a couple of loose teas, lemon wedges, rosemary, and thinly sliced ginger in a glass or china teapot. Pour boiling water over and let stand for a while. You can drink tea hot or cold.
