Ginger is a perennial plant that grows in the tropics, but it is not wild, it is, on the contrary, a garden plant that is quite simple to grow. It is native to South Asia, although it is found in Australia and West Africa. Ginger has a very pleasant aroma due to the presence of essential oils in it, and its burning taste is due to the high content of phenol-like substances.
Ginger perfectly improves digestion, it is used in the treatment of colds, tonsillitis, bronchitis. It relieves knee pain and helps to increase potency. This plant will also help ladies who want to lose extra pounds.
Ginger essential oil is an excellent remedy for stress, has high immunostimulating properties.
Ginger root is also used for toothache. It is enough to attach a piece of the root to the aching tooth and the pain gradually goes away. Also, some ginger can be used as a toothpaste substitute. To do this, it is enough to chew a small piece of ginger after a meal, and your teeth will cause envy even among dentists.
In Eastern medicine, a decoction of ginger helps with joint pain. To do this, boil the root and make baths using a strong decoction. According to the reviews of patients who have taken several such baths, the state of health improves, and the pain disappears.
Ginger tea can help fight colds and boost immunity.
In addition to its medicinal uses, ginger root is also used in food preparation. It is used both fresh and pickled; ground powder is added when preparing dishes. Food that is prepared using ginger is digested faster, which means that the figure remains in shape.
