Ginger
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root or simply ginger, is widely used as a spice or a folk medicine. Ginger is in the family Zingiberaceae, to which also belong turmeric (Curcuma longa), cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), and galangal.
Ginger is a natural herb that is used across the globe as a spice. ginger is a good source of vitamin A, C, E, and B-complex, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, sodium, iron, zinc, calcium and beta-carotene. Due to the various health benefits of ginger, this herb is also considered a virtual medicine chest. Various studies have proven that ginger is highly effective in treating a number of health problems.
Benefits of ginger:
- Ginger has anti-nausea, anti-spasmodic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antitussive (cough suppressant) properties that can do wonders for your health.
- Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful natural painkiller, hence it can be used to reduce menstrual pain. Women suffering from menstrual pain can use ginger powder or ginger capsules to get relief. You can also drink ginger tea. This will give you instant relief from the pain and tenderness from cramps that
