4. May help manage weight and blood sugar levels
A lot of research shows that consuming ginger has beneficial effects on weight and blood sugar management.
Research suggests that ginger may help manage body weight by increasing thermogenesis — the production of heat by your body — which helps burn fat. It also helps to increase the breakdown of fats for energy, inhibiting fat storage, inhibiting fat absorption, and helping control appetite.
In addition, ginger may help improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing fasting insulin levels, hemoglobin A1C, and triglycerides.
5. May relieve pain and inflammation
Research shows that the compounds in ginger called gingerol and shogaol help reduce the production of pro-inflammatory markers. People have particularly studied ginger for its effect in relieving pain from osteoarthritis of the knee.
Ginger tea may also help alleviate menstrual cramps if you take it at the start of your period. Research shows it may be equally or more effective than over-the-counter pain relief medications.
6. May protect your brain
Scientists have studied ginger’s protective effects against oxidative stress and inflammation — two factors that play a decisive role in the development of brain degenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Animal studies show that gingerol and shogaol may offer protection against age-associated decline of brain functions due to their antioxidant properties.
Test-tube studies also suggest that ginger extract may increase cell survival against beta-amyloid — a protein closely related to Alzheimer’s disease that can induce toxicity in brain cells.
To make ginger tea at home, simply boil a few slices of ginger in 250 ml of water and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Add lemon juice, honey, or milk to taste.
You can enjoy your cup of ginger tea at any time of day — first thing in the morning, right before bedtime, or anytime in between.
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