Recently, many have included ginger in their diet, not suspecting what useful properties it has. Saying "ginger", we should mean by this word the root of the plant itself, which is a thickened stem with finger-like processes of light or dark color. A dark or black color characterizes an untreated plant that has a shell on the surface. The root has a light color, which has been treated with the upper surface.
1. Vitamins and nutrients
The root contains the following substances: sodium, manganese, iron, zinc, potassium, selenium, phosphorus and calcium. In addition, ginger contains vitamins B, E, K and C.
2. Beneficial effect on the body
Ginger is used as a tonic, tonic and anti-cold remedy. In the season of lack of vitamins in the body, it is very useful to use ginger as a general tonic. In case of violations of the cardiovascular system, ginger will help to strengthen the walls of blood vessels and prevent the formation of cholesterol blockages.
3. Restoring the digestive system
In case of disorders of the digestive system, ginger will help the absorption of food. With frequent use of ginger, the liver will regenerate cells, which will have a beneficial effect on the body as a whole.
4. Application for diseases
During the period of colds, the use of ginger will have an anti-inflammatory and expectorant effect. To do this, it is necessary to suck on a small piece of the root for some time. In case of toothache, a piece of ginger should be chewed and held on the aching tooth. Ginger has antibacterial properties. All germs and bacteria will be destroyed if it is applied to an open wound. Ginger can be used as a remedy for inflammatory skin conditions. Lotions from the infusion will remove the inflammatory process and help the rapid healing of the skin.
5. Impact on mental health
Depression can be dealt with not only with the help of medicines, but also by taking tea with ginger.
6. Impact on excess weight
Ginger tea is a great weight loss aid. The beneficial substances that make up the composition will also cope with the removal of excess fat, and will help better digest food. But we must not forget all the same that without making adjustments to nutrition and physical activity, kilograms by themselves will not go away.
Recently, the grated root has been used as a cosmetic product. Scrubs and masks for the skin are made with it as anti-aging agents. This confirms that its healing properties are underestimated. Taking 3 grams of ginger root daily improves overall health, both physical and mental.
