Ginger contains phenols, resins and many volatile oils such as borneol, camphere, citral, eucalypto, linaol, and zingiberol. Ginger is rich in carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, vitamins.
Ginger’s warming aromatic properties have long been used to treat colds and flu. Ginger promotes a beneficial sweating that helps eliminate toxins from the system. It stimulates circulation and is helpful for cold hands and feet. It aids in the digestion of food.
Ginger acts on the musclo-skeletal system by reducing inflammations. This is why it is useful for treating rheumatism, arthritis, gouts and appendicitis. In the digestive system, ginger inhibits toxic micro-organism while allowing the useful bacteria to grow. It is scientifically proven that ginger is an effective aspirin in preventing formation of blood clots in arteries, with the added advantage of having no side effect.
Source: Nature Power.
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