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11 reasons to drink ginger tea more often

11 reasons to drink ginger tea more often

A slice of ginger in your water or tea is not only tasty, but gives your health a spicy boost! It has all these effects for your body.

It is anti-inflammatory

Ginger root contains essential oil, which helps your body produce more white blood cells. These fight bacterial infections.

Rapid-digestion

Your pancreas produces enzymes that stimulate your digestion. Ginger promotes the functioning of your pancreas, so it is good for your digestion.

Less pain

Chinese medicine has used ginger as a pain reliever for centuries. The substances gingerol and shogaol in the root are said to have the same effect as paracetamol.

Stable blood sugar

With diabetes, your blood glucose level is not well controlled. Scientists from the University of Sydney discovered that ginger keeps your blood sugar stable.

Extra-minerals

Ginger is rich in the minerals magnesium and potassium. Magnesium reduces muscle cramps and can increase your libido, potassium regulates your fluid balance and blood pressure.

11 reasons to drink ginger tea more often

Good cholesterol

Ginger root helps reduce bad cholesterol in your blood. A little ginger in your water or tea every day can make your heart less susceptible to heart disease.

Epectant

Ginger can provide relief if you have asthma or a persistent cough. The spice can reduce mucus in your throat and lungs.

Nausea

For centuries people have been eating ginger for seasickness. Gingerol is a plant-based, bioactive compound that reduces motion sickness, vomiting and nausea.

Migraine killer

Various studies have come to one conclusion:fresh ginger can prevent a migraine attack, probably because of the pain-relieving substances it contains.

Antioxidant boost

Ginger contains antioxidants. These are plant substances that protect your body cells against external damage, such as exhaust fumes or smoke.

More vitamins

Ginger contains vitamins B1, B2, B6. These play an important role in the storage and breakdown of sugar, fats and proteins by your body.