Health benefits of ginger
VietNamNet newspaper quoted BBC Goodfood as saying that 10g of fresh ginger contains 4 calories, 2g of protein, 1g of fat, 8g of carbohydrates, 2g of fiber, and 42mg of potassium. Below are the health benefits of ginger:
Relieves cold symptoms
Ginger tea is a great choice when a person starts to have cold symptoms. It causes sweating when drunk, which can help treat fevers caused by flu or cold. Fresh ginger can help fight viruses.
Relieve nausea and morning sickness
Ginger has been shown to reduce symptoms associated with motion sickness including dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and cold sweats. It may also be beneficial for people who have just undergone surgery and for nausea associated with chemotherapy, but more research is needed.
Ginger is widely used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by mild morning sickness. However, pregnant women should consult their doctors to ensure that ginger is suitable for each person's constitution.
Anti-inflammatory, pain reliever
Ginger contains anti-inflammatory properties that enhance its healing properties, such as reducing the symptoms of arthritis. Ginger contains active ingredients such as gingerol, which gives it its unique aroma and flavor. This compound has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, helping to reduce oxidative stress, thereby reducing excess free radicals in the body.
This powerful anti-inflammatory compound also helps people with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis reduce pain levels and improve mobility.
Ginger is good for health but not everyone can eat it.
Good for the digestive system
Indigestion is caused by delayed stomach emptying. Research shows that people who eat ginger take about 12 minutes for their stomachs to empty compared to 16 minutes for normal people.
Ginger promotes the elimination of excess gas from the digestive system, and has a soothing effect on the intestines. This spice is especially good for stomach aches caused by digestive disorders.
Support heart health
Several animal studies have shown that ginger can control cholesterol levels, reduce artery damage and lower blood pressure — all of which benefit the heart and cardiovascular system.
People who should not use ginger regularly
Although ginger is good for health, not everyone can use it. Health & Life Newspaper quoted Dr. Huynh Tan Vu, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, branch 3, advising the following people not to eat ginger:
- People who are about to have surgery or have just had surgery should not use ginger.
- Do not use in cases of nosebleeds, bleeding gums, hemorrhage, coughing up blood... In theory, ginger is contraindicated in patients with bleeding organs or those taking antiplatelet drugs or warfarin.
- Do not use for people who sweat a lot or have heatstroke.
In addition, when using ginger, you should also note the following:
- Do not use more than 5gr of ginger / day.
- When applying ginger to the skin, use it on a small area first to see if there is any irritation. Only keep ginger on the skin for a short time because it can cause burning for people with sensitive skin.
- You should wash the ginger skin before eating, do not peel it because the ginger skin also has many uses.
Note: If you want to use traditional medicine to treat your illness, you should consult a doctor or go to a legal medical facility for examination, assessment, diagnosis and appropriate medication. Do not use any medicine on your own, even oriental medicine, as it will not cure the illness or be dangerous to your health.
Source: https://vtcnews.vn/nhung-nguoi-khong-nen-an-gung-thuong-xuyen-ar910100.html
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