Ginger, as we typically know it, is a tuber, which is similar to a root, of the plant Zingiber officinale. It has been recognized as a consumable delicacy as well as for its medicinal and spice properties. It is also recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is on their list of foods that are safe to consume.
It is an aromatic herb that has been used for centuries by people throughout the world. It was first cultivated in Asia and has spread through international trading going back centuries.
Some of the health properties about this amazingly versatile plant are its high contents of vitamins C and B6 along with the minerals magnesium and potassium.
Other benefits of ginger are its unique properties that can help the body in a myriad of healthy ways.
For example:
- Its properties have known stimulant abilities as well as being a natural anti-flatulent – more politely known as carminative properties!
- It has blood thinning and cholesterol lowering properties and can be used to aid dyspepsia, constipation, colic and gastroparesis.
- It has a natural ability to aid against many sickness causes: such as morning sickness when women are pregnant, motion sickness, sea-sickness and stomach upsets due to chemotherapy.
- It has also been shown to be somewhat effective against diabetes in laboratory tests.
- Ginger ale, a popular soda style drink has been used to help settle upset stomachs as well.
Ginger is harvested year round and the longer ginger root is in the ground, the hotter and spicier it is and the better it is when used as a medicinal herb.
ECO-PLACE GINGER TEA HAS A LOT OF BENEFITS TO OFFER ITS DRINKERS:
Eco-place Ginger Tea is well known for treating motion sickness by calming a queasy stomach therefore if you tend to have motion sickness, before going on a trip, and during, sip on a cup of Eco-place Ginger Tea.