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Ginger Drink - Fight the Cold
Posted under Natural Remedy by ron
Besides its use as a cooking spice, ginger has been widely used in Chinese Tradition Medicine for over thousands of years. As recorded in Bencao Gangmu by Li Shizhen in Ming Dynasty and other ancient Chinese medical books, ginger was used to treat such conditions as, Diarrhea, Hemorrhage, Nausea, Rheumatism, Stomach Ache, Toothaches etc.
Modern researches conducted around the world have concluded that ginger is effective for the treatment of angina, athlete’s foot, amenorrhea, bursitis, cataracts, coughs, colds, chronic fatigue, depression, flu, fever, heart disease, migraines, stroke, tendinitis, dizziness, erectile difficulties, infertility, kidney stones, Raynaud’s disease, sciatica, viral infections, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, inflammations of the joints, motion sickness, colic, cholera, asthma, and headaches. It is found that ginger can block the effects of prostaglandins, the substances that cause inflammation of the blood vessels in the brain, that leads to migraines. It is also discovered that ginger has an effect on blood clots that is similar to that of aspirin.
Ginger tea as a home remedy has been used in China for over 2000 years. According to Chinese Ying-Yang theory, its powerful yang energy is what warms the lungs and stomach. The known ginger tea benefits are summarized below:
- treats flu, colds, boosts the immune system
- relives sore throat, nasal congestion, sinus pain
- improves digestion, reduces stomach cramps
- combats motion sickness and reduces dizziness
- eases early pregnancy vomiting and menstrual cramps
- improves circulation and blood flow
- helps regulate blood sugar
- mood enhancer, stress reliever
Pier Mall carries a variety of Ginger Candy and Drinks. Give them a try:
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