Saturday, December 22, 2007

Ginger and health benefits

Ginger us a powerful herbal drinks that offer healing benefits for almost every single organ of the body. Ginger has a particular affinity for the digestive tract. It has been used for centuries as a digestive aid in a Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic, and European herbal traditions. It effectively relieves a wide variety of digestive ailments, including nausea, heartburn, flatulence and diarrhea.

The anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties of ginger not only soothe digestive upsets but also help to relieve menstrual cramps, migraine headaches and arthritis. Ginger keeps the cardiovascular system healthy, and preventing the blood clots that lead to heart attacks and strokes.

Studies have shown that ginger stimulates immune activity and helps to keep away the influenza virus, making it especially helpful for treating colds and flu.

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