Ginger Usage And Properties

Knowing the properties and uses of ginger is very useful. Bringing this root plant into your diet can provide numerous health benefits. Because ginger is full of nutrients, it has an effect on several parts of the body.

In this article, we will tell you more about the benefits of ginger.

History of ginger

Ginger was discovered in East Asia more than 3,000 years ago. King Darius of Persia took it to Central Asia in the 4th century BC He obtained ginger from Hindu plantations in the Middle East. Confucius ’first available information on ginger sales tells how the Phoenicians took it to the Mediterranean. Later,  ginger spread throughout the Mediterranean and the Red Sea.

Although it spread rapidly after the Roman Empire, Marco Polo’s travels brought it to America. Now ginger grows in the wild in the Caribbean islands. Jamaica is the major importer of the best ginger.

Use of ginger in cooking

One of the properties of ginger emphasizes its  powerful ability to improve the taste of food. In Asian cooking, ginger is used to hide or bring out stronger flavors. It is common in oriental cuisine as a flavor-enhancing ingredient in meat, rice and other foods. This awesome plant is also used to make numerous sauces.

In Western cooking, the use of ginger is usually limited to dried or ground ginger. It brings an exotic scent to the kitchen. It may even smell a little spicy. Ginger is also  great for sweets, biscuits, desserts, caramelized fruits, sorbets  and more.

Use of ginger as a treatment

Ginger has traditionally been used for stomach upsets and digestive problems. It stimulates pancreatic function, so it increases the production of digestive enzymes. Ginger can be used, for example, to treat dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea or stomach ulcers.

Thanks to gastric fluid stimulation,  ginger can be used as an analgesic after meals. It also reduces swelling and nausea. Ginger also has anti-inflammatory properties. It is a good help in treating rheumatic diseases and muscle problems.

Ginger is also  one of the best ingredients in tea to relieve menstrual cramps, flu and mucous membrane problems. Hot ginger combined with lemon and honey reduces fever and infections.

How to use ginger

The use of ginger in tea as an ingredient to prevent or alleviate pain (such as menstrual cramps) is easy. Heat only four or five slices of fresh ginger root (unpeeled), a tablespoon of lemon juice and honey in water. Here are even more detailed instructions:

• Heat the water in a boiler. Add the ginger slices as the water begins to boil.
• Boil for 10-15 minutes until the mixture turns brown.
• Add lemon juice and honey before drinking.

As you can see, the use and properties of ginger are numerous. You can use it for many different purposes both as a treatment and as an ingredient in a delicious recipe. So give the ginger a chance and give it a try!