Ginger is used not only for cooking but also for medicinal purposes. Since ancient times it was considered the most effective means for preventing plague. The birthplace of the plant is considered South Asia, but now Ginger is grown all over the world!
Why ginger is so useful?
The healing properties of ginger is due to its rich composition. The plant contains:
- phosphorus;
- water;
- manganese;
- iron;
- chromium;
- sodium;
- calcium;
- magnesium;
- vitamin A;
- Vitamins B1 and B2;
- vitamin C;
- vitamin E;
- vitamin K;
- fatty acid;
- proteins;
- amino acids;
- fats;
- carbohydrates;
- essential oils, etc.
To taste the ginger burning, because of the content in the resinous gingerol, Zingerone and shoagoly. It is these substances help in the prevention of colon cancer. Also with the help of ginger can get rid of some diseases of the uterus.
But how ginger helps to lose weight?
Ginger root really helps to lose weight and it is promoted by the following qualities of the plant:
- It generates heat. Ginger normalizes the process of thermogenesis in the body that allows you to maintain a constant body temperature.
- It has a laxative effect. Ginger normalizes bowel timely bowel movement.
- Relieves bloating and increased gas production.
- Normalizes hormone levels. Due to the presence of ginger it stabilizes the body's cortisol, which in large quantities interferes with the breakdown of fat.
How to use ginger to lose weight?
To lose weight, it is recommended to use the tea from ginger. A possible to prepare this drink in several recipes.
recipe №1
You will need:
- ginger root;
- honey;
- cinnamon;
- water.
Preparation:
Chop root, put in a pan and cover with cold water. After boiling, cook for 20 minutes over low heat. Strain, sprinkle in the cinnamon, in the cold tea add honey.
recipe №2
You will need:
- ginger root;
- tea leaves of black tea.
Preparation:
Grate the ginger grater, put in a cup and sprinkle in the tea leaves, pour boiling water and leave for components for 30 minutes.
recipe №3
You will need:
- ginger root;
- ginger root;
- tea leaves of green tea.
Preparation:
Put the ingredients in a thermos and fill with boiling water.
Contraindications to the use of ginger
Should not use ginger if you have kidney problems (stones), you are suffering from the IRR, as well as during pregnancy and lactation, inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and increased pressure.
Before use, the beverage is recommended to consult a specialist!
