<html> https://steemitimages.com/DQmcFnUGxR2xayp6c17o3s26mzyBeR9pbGQJjrFypPnf63p/image.png <p>Ginger is a spice that belongs to the rhizomes with the botanical name Zingiber officinale. It is quite popular for cooking among the Asian, Indians and Australians. Ginger is closely related to turmeric and cardamom, the health benefits of ginger are well documented and ginger has been used across the world as a natural remedy for several years due to its medicinal properties. Ginger contains antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound which makes it different among other spices in the world. </p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmdPnBBMLXxXpgi2QJEFoFwTjVn7JFXe7NeiQ7fG5cYgPB/image.png <p><h2>***Health Benefit***</h2></p> <p><h3>**Supplies Antioxidants and Anti –Inflammatory Properties**</h3></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmNjMCBaawwWjZP3S7vY3BmRzA1CEakHT864kLmqy7p3iG/image.png <p>Ginger is made up of antioxidants and potent anti –inflammatory properties which makes it quite effective in scavenging free radicals that could have led to neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s diseases and Parkinson disease.</p> <p><h3>**Blocks Bacterial Infections**</h3></p> !https://steemitimages.com/DQmTEzYMd9H49ErTcmU7RTfM47kGcqiDkUJ8YshNbPNDK1X/image.png) <p> Ginger contains antiviral, anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties which thus help get rid of bacterial infection. Based on research carried out, ginger was found to be quite effective against pathogenic diseases.</p> <p><h3>**Gives Low Cholesterol Levels**</h3></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmWmybsQ5gcTXNZmDVjcbjCkQE1FBc7uG7nHwVFVnGd8f4/image.png <p>It also has the natural ability to lower the LDL cholesterol in a body system and raise the HDL cholesterol. High levels of cholesterol can build up thereby causing blockage in the blood vessels which may increase the risk of heart diseases. </p> <p><h3>**Relieves Joint and Muscle Pain**</h3></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmcV2L42FrCUYaVh2uwsKUYm5ZumVEC757eY987TsVj81j/image.png <p>Due to its inflammation ability, ginger has the capacity to treat both muscle pain and arthritis-related joint plan. It also decreases knee pain. </p> <p><h3>**Reduces Menstrual Cramps**</h3></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmbjA7wZeAAwSTxiD7hKRvCU8XPiXJKdrf2QcikZBhvDx3/image.png <p>Ginger helps in reducing pain severity; it is as effective as mefenamic acid. Several research study published confirms the effectiveness of ginger at reducing menstrual pain both the intensity and duration of pain.</p> <p><h3>** Improves Digestion**</h3></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmRtQb2zHtHF6PbyVVWGXS6TohJkvY23nnw1XBBwEFw39d/image.png <p>The phenolic compounds in ginger are known to help relieve gastrointestinal irritation, stimulate saliva and bile production and suppress gastric concentration as fluid and food move through the gastrointestinal tract.</p> <p><h2>***Nutritional Benefits***</h2></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmUov6FuvMDT5yhLhxNbVHymrXanuuoRjEJEC9afKTYAWV/image.png <p>Ginger is made up of diverse array of essential vitamins and minerals. It contains gingerol, a compound with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that have been linked to many unique health benefits. Ginger also contains essential nutrient such as calcium, zinc, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. </p> <p><h2>***How to Use Ginger***</h2></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmV1CswxPP9ZyPfndMrveZMe9HzvTucY1aLqD31bvRKq3A/image.png <ul> <li>Use fresh or dried to spice up fish recipe. </li> <li>Add fresh ginger to a smoothie or juice.</li> <li>Make a ginger tea by steep peeled fresh ginger in boiling water.</li> </ul> <p><h2>**Side Effect of Consuming Ginger**</h2></p> https://steemitimages.com/DQmYNaQPzAPPmcnwM5hnEr5bgZZ4vjnySdV4YiZfguc4VPc/image.png <ul> <li>Ginger has the capacity to affect blood clots; it is not advisable to be use at the same time with blood thinner medication. </li> <li> It may aggravate acid reflux in some individuals Ginger suppresses human cytochrome and may interact with drugs that are metabolized by cytochrome enzymes. </li> </ul> <p><h3> **Kindly write your comment to get your view, upvote and resteemed, thanks**</h3></p> <p><h3>**References**</h3></p> <a href="https://draxe.com/10-medicinal-ginger-health-benefits/">Ref1<a/> <a href="https://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/health-benefits-of-ginger/">Ref2<a/> <a href="www.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food...arts.../health-benefits-of-ginger-and-garlic-id8080955.htm...">Ref3<a/> <p><h3>**Image Source**</h3></p> <a href="https://www.selfhacked.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/bigstock-137760242-min.jpg">Img Src1<a/> <a href="https://www.bulgarianspices.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ginger-powder-benefits.jpg">Img Src2<a/> <a href="https://thecalorieninja.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/2015-07-01-nine-essential-antioxidants-for-better-health-inline-1.png">Img Src3<a/> <a href="https://cdnph.upi.com/ph/st/th/8411457023069/2016/i/14570276136858/v1.5/CDC-to-investigate-bacterial-infection-that-has-killed-18-in-Wisconsin.jpg?lg=5">Img Src4<a/> <a href="https://2rdnmg1qbg403gumla1v9i2h-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2016/11/CloggedArtery-650x450.jpg">Img Src5<a/> <a href="https://www.apihealth.com/site/apihealth/images/originals/Muscle-Joint-Pain.png">Img Src6<a/> <a href="https://previews.123rf.com/images/9nong/9nong1410/9nong141000098/32815442-menstruation-pain-or-stomach-ache.jpg">Img Src7<a/> <a href="https://media.giphy.com/media/KTUNh3LLHnSs8/giphy.gifhttps://media.giphy.com/media/KTUNh3LLHnSs8/giphy.gif">Img Src8<a/> <a href="https://www.natureword.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Nutritional-Facts-Ginger.jpg">Img Src9<a/> <a href="http://st1.thehealthsite.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/DC-benefits-of-ginger-juice-THS.jpg">Img Src9<a/> <a href="">Img Src10<a/> </html>
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