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Originally from Japan, ginger is a spice of strong, spicy and slightly sweet flavor. When consumed by tea, it is a good natural alternative to prevent cardiovascular disease through its anti-inflammatory properties. Infusion can also help in the weight loss process.
Ginger tea helps reduce inflammation and also contributes to reducing colic symptoms. Photo: Reproduction
Ginger tea has other benefits and can relieve nausea, vomiting and strengthen the immune system. According to a study published in the complementary journal Therapies in Medicine in 2022, food can still control glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Nutritionist Leticia Lenzi of Santa Catarina reveals that the properties of tea are not just anti-inflammatory. “In addition to being thermogenic, ginger has analgesic, anticoagulants, antibactericides, antioxidants, antiquatic (against vomiting), detoxifying, digestive, diuretic and vasodilating,” says the professional.
However, to achieve the desired effect, infusion consumption should be combined with a healthy food routine, as well as regular physical activity.
Bioactive nutrients and compounds of ginger tea
- Gingeoris: responsible for the anti-inflammatory and digestive properties of the drink.
- Shogais: They are chemical compounds that have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cytotoxic properties.
- Zingerona: It has anti-inflammatory, carminative and antiemetic action.
- TERPENICS: They have antibiotic action and against fungi.
- Vitamins A, C and B: help in stimulating metabolism and energy production.
- Minerals (calcium, iron and phosphorus): They assist in combating headaches, muscle aches and preventing cardiovascular disease.
Diuretic effect and protection
Ginger tea helps in the process of weight loss through its diuretic and thermogenic action. While one helps eliminate excess fluids from the body, the other increases body temperature, accelerating metabolism and raising energy expenditure.
Through anti-inflammatory, relaxing, antioxidant, vasodilatory and anticoagulant properties, infusion is still able to protect the heart. Drink consumption promotes the relaxation and elasticity of the arteries, improves blood circulation and aids in the balance of blood pressure.
Because it is versatile, ginger tea can be combined with other ingredients to further enhance its advantages. Among the main suggestions are:
- Lemon tea and ginger:Increases antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action;
- Ginger and cinnamon tea:Increases weight loss action;
- Ginger tea with mint:Increases immunity strengthening;
- Ginger tea with turmeric:enhances anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
How to prepare:
Ingredients:
- 2 cm of fresh ginger;
- 200 ml of water.
or
- 1 tablespoon of ginger powder;
- 1 liter of water.
Preparation mode:
Put the ingredients in a pan and bring to a boil for 8 to 10 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover the pan and, when warm, drink.
Bulk Contraindications
According to nutritionist Priscila Desterro of the Gourmet Institute, ginger tea consumption is not recommended for pregnant women and children under 2 years. “Ginger tea should be consumed with caution, especially by children. For adults, the ideal are one or two cups a day,” the expert teaches.
In addition to caring for small and pregnant women, people with coagulation problems who use anticoagulants should avoid consumption as there is a risk of dangerous drug interaction.
