The 6 Magical Benefits of Ginger

We love its spicy flavor, very hot! Enough to shake up our taste buds, and give a little exotic taste to our cuisine and drinks.

Osteoarthritis, headaches, digestive disorders… This rhizome from India benefits us from head to toe, or almost.

1 – A POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT

Ginger is one of the plants richest in antioxidant compounds. There are more than 40 of them! They help limit the damage caused by free radicals responsible for cell aging and thus protect our body.
By combining garlic, onion and ginger, you obtain a powerful antioxidant cocktail, just like the Form G antioxidant food supplement from Nutrisanté.

2 – REDUCES THE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Consuming ginger infusions provides you with amino acids, vitamins (B3, B1 and B2) and minerals (phosphorus, manganese and magnesium) which stimulate blood circulation and reduce the risk of stroke.

3 – AN ANTI-NAUSEA AND VOMITING

The root can also be a good natural medicine to relieve nausea or vomiting. Grated and infused in hot water, or by extracting its juice, ginger offers an anti-nausea effect. Add lemon juice to your preparation for greater effectiveness.

In addition, fresh ginger is also effective against bloating and other digestive problems.

4 – PREVENT CANCER

According to several studies, ginger may have anti-cancer properties. Researchers found that ginger killed ovarian cancer cells. Another study also found that fresh ginger supplements can help reduce inflammation in the colon.

5 – REDUCES MUSCLE PAIN

Notice to athletes: ginger acts on muscle pain. An American study, published in Journal of Pain, shows that taking 2 g for 11 days reduced pain due to physical exertion by 25%.

6 – COLD, SORE THROAT

Ginger is also appreciated because it prevents and treats diseases. Among other benefits, this medicinal plant is antibacterial, helps to warm the body, stimulates the immune system, is antiallergic and antipyretic (it fights against fever). By warming the body, ginger helps fight effectively against the effects of cold such as colds or flu.