Even ten years ago, far from every store you could find such a wonderful product as ginger root. Fragrant, tasty, surprisingly useful root crop looks rather modest, but carries a huge potential for the prevention and treatment of many diseases. The spectrum of its action is practically unlimited and applies to all spheres of human life and activity. Ginger treatment is popular in many countries around the world. The wise inhabitants of the East revere the miracle root so much that not a single ritual and ritual accompanying a person at all stages of life is complete. For example, in India they must give ginger at the wedding to the newlyweds. This is very wise, because such a wonderful healer should be in every home.
What kind of “fruit” is this ginger?
What is this plant? The homeland of ginger is East Asia and West India, in these regions ginger is grown in large quantities. It should be noted that “wild” ginger is quite rare, the vast majority of plants are cultivated, they are grown on special plantations on an industrial scale. Also, the miracle root grows in Japan, Argentina, Vietnam, Brazil, Indonesia, Australia.
In appearance, ginger resembles our iris with the structure of the stem, shape and shade of flowers. This is an evergreen perennial herb, the height of the stems of which can reach one and a half meters, and the leaves - twenty centimeters. Some compare it with sedge or reeds. Ginger rhizome is tuberous, very intricate in shape, sometimes resembling the hands or figures of men. Apparently, this is why Indians call ginger a "horned root."
The glory of ginger from time immemorial
A lot of facts have been preserved by the story of this amazing plant. Among the Phoenicians, ginger was a monetary unit, in Egypt it was revered and considered a remedy for many diseases, in the East it was an obligatory attribute in religious rites. For example, in China, a bag of dried ginger was put dead on the road to travel to another world, which is confirmed by excavations of burials. It was believed that ginger drives away evil spirits. Confucius himself praised this product, distinguishing it from everyone else, even for the period of fasting and fasting. It is also known for certain that knowledge of ginger treatment saved many in Europe during the plague.
In the Middle Ages, ginger came to England, where it received the widest fame and recognition, and this even despite the rather high price. It was used as a remedy, as a spice, as well as in cooking as part of all kinds of desserts, candies and drinks. By the way, Arab merchants who sold ginger. told many chilling stories about how dangerous and difficult the extraction of this product is, thereby fueling interest and unjustifiably inflating the price of it. The culmination of such legends was that ginger was guarded by huge creatures like giants who are ready to eat anyone who wants to get a wonderful plant.
The legend of the miracle root
The story of the magic root is shrouded in many secrets and legends. So, there is a beautiful story about a girl of unprecedented beauty, who met a young man of the same slender and beautiful. Their union was so wonderful that the Wind and the Moon envied and conspired to break up the lovers at all costs. The icy Wind, by order of the Moon, froze the girl, and her vitality began to melt, and the beauty herself began to fade before our eyes. The young man, in attempts to help his beloved, traveled three times throughout the Earth, gaining wisdom and hoping for miraculous healing. And only on the third attempt he managed (thanks to the power of love) to get a miracle root. The girl recovered, and the fame of the root of life spread throughout the earth.
Ever since the times of Kievan Rus, the miraculous properties of this plant have been known: it was added to meat dishes, fermented and pickled, desserts were made and added to alcoholic beverages. Ginger treatment was available to few, because ordinary people did not have the opportunity to purchase an overseas root crop.
History has recorded many references to the root of life: in the Indian Ramayana, among the ancient Greek philosophers, in Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, as well as in the 16th Century Domostroy, where it was recommended to preserve watermelon peels in spicy molasses with ginger. In the post-revolutionary times, trade relations, thanks to which ginger was imported into Russia, were lost, and they forgot about it for a while.
What is so magical about him?
Let's look at the composition of the product itself:
- zinc;
- potassium;
- chromium;
- aluminum;
- phosphorus salts;
- magnesium salts;
- iron;
- sodium;
- silicon;
- calcium salts;
- essential oils;
- amino acids;
- vitamins B 1 , B 2 , B 12 ;
- vitamin C;
- pitches.
Ginger contains most of the most important amino acids, including asparagine, thanks to which the nervous system is strengthened, the processes of excitation / inhibition are stabilized. Simply put, ginger is an excellent antidepressant. The root owes its burning-spicy taste to a phenol-like substance called gingerol.
This truly wonderful substance gives an analgesic effect, prevents nausea, normalizes the digestive tract, and suppresses inflammatory processes in the body. Scientists have proven that ginger can prevent the development of malignant tumors in the body, in particular intestinal cancer.
How can he help us?
Both official and traditional medicine widely use a variety of recipes for treating ginger, both fresh and dried, as well as spices. We can safely say that ginger is a unique remedy for many diseases, and it is also popular as a preventative measure, not least due to its excellent taste characteristics.
Everyone has heard about the benefits of ginger in the fight against overweight - this is true, and we also note that its use is able to stop the aging process in the body due to the powerful antioxidant effect of the substances contained in it. There is a reason to compare the miracle root with ginseng and garlic for the reason that it perfectly strengthens the immune system, positively affects the nervous system, increases mental activity and visual acuity.
She copes noticeably well with a condition such as toxicosis of pregnant women, and is also effective in various female diseases, including infertility. It is proved that ginger has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract (due to the content of choline), reduces gastric secretion, and has a carminative and antispasmodic effect.
Strengthens blood vessels, improves blood circulation and lowers blood cholesterol, optimizes the functioning of the cardiovascular system as a whole. It is an excellent and most powerful remedy for colds and ARI diseases both in the early stages and in tandem with medical treatment. Helps with prostatitis, increases sexual tone, is used in the treatment of impotence. Fights parasites in the body. It is successfully used in the treatment of joints.
Prescription for treating ginger root joint diseases
Due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, ginger can significantly improve the condition of joint diseases and even heal them, which is proved by clinical studies.
There are two means:
- Ginger oil, the recipe for which is simple: 100 grams of ginger is ground on a grater and poured with 100 grams of vegetable oil (sesame or mustard is ideal). Next, leave the mixture for two weeks in a dark place. Use externally to grind problem areas.
- The use of at least 60 grams of ginger per day (as part of drinking, seasoning or the root itself in fresh form) significantly improves the condition in the first weeks of such therapy.
Ginger joint treatment requires patience and regularity.
Ginger for Men's Health
Ginger treatment of prostatitis has been known since ancient times, it is also proven that taking ginger in any form helps to improve potency and overall male health in general. To treat and alleviate the symptoms of a disease such as prostatitis, you can prepare alcohol tincture. 10 grams of freshly chopped ginger root is poured with 100 grams of vodka. The infusion is left for 10 days in a dark place. Take 15 drops 3 times a day 20 minutes before eating.
Cold Ginger Tea
A huge treatise can be written about the healing properties of the miracle root, and if you add reviews of the cured, the book will become a bestseller.
There are many recipes for treating ginger, we will give the classic ones. A very effective cold recipe: 0.5 tsp. ginger and 1 tsp. ground cinnamon pour 500 ml of boiling water, insist 10 minutes and take every 3 hours a glass of drink. If desired, honey and lemon can be added.
Another simple recipe that can quickly put on its feet in the cold season: 3 tablespoons of dry or freshly chopped ginger root is poured with a liter of boiling water, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice (lime, orange, or orange) are added. Honey is added to the cooled drink.
The above recipes are also good at treating cough with ginger. The anti-inflammatory properties of gingerol contribute to the discharge of sputum and the cleansing of the bronchi. Lemon and ginger treatments are very popular in the West, and what we take as medicine has become a traditional drink in many countries that brings powerful benefits to the whole body, especially during the cold season.
Ginger to aid vessels
An excellent prophylactic against thrombosis and stroke strengthens the walls of blood vessels, increases their elasticity, lowers blood cholesterol, an excellent helper in the fight against atherosclerosis. 400 g of fresh ginger root, 5 thin-skinned lemons and 3 tbsp. l grind honey and pour 0.5 liters of vodka. Tincture should be in a dark place for 2 weeks, preferably shake the contents daily. Further, having filtered, the drug can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three years. You need to take such a medicine for a month twice a day, 1 teaspoon 30 minutes before a meal. A bonus to this treatment is an antiparasitic effect, as well as an improvement in vision.
Ginger and Overweight
To restore metabolism, start the process of losing weight, you can try the following drink: half a teaspoon of grated root, pour a glass of boiling water, optionally add green or black tea, leave for 20-30 minutes. It should be noted that a long infusion of the root gives the drink bitterness, therefore, in any tea recipe, ginger should be removed after the set time, strain the drink.
As a bonus to this method of treatment is an increase in immunity, vitality, clarity of mind and a healthy complexion. This drink gradually reduces weight (an average loss of a kilogram per month), while it has a great taste and aroma, which is a huge plus, given that long-term use of such a medicine significantly improves the results and overall health.
Ginger is not without sin
Ginger treatment has a very wide scope, but you should also be aware of the reverse side of the coin. The use of a medicinal root crop is prohibited in the following diseases and conditions: stomach and duodenal ulcer, hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, hemorrhoids in the acute stage, high body temperature, third trimester of pregnancy, breast-feeding. It is also worth considering that the reception of funds with ginger in its composition is better not to leave it in the evening, as the invigorating effect can prevent falling asleep. If you have never taken ginger before, then it is better to start with a dry form - spices, as the effect will be less strong, and possible allergies to this product will be minimal. Fresh root is much more “thermonuclear” and more powerful in its action, so it is worth starting treatment carefully, observing doses and recommendations. Ginger treatment, its use as a spice has a positive effect on health, however, everything must be observed in a measure, then positive changes will not take long.