The herbal plant tea is recognised in phytotherapy for promoting a certain well-being in our bodies. Among medicinal plants, ginger — whose rhizome is used in infusions as well as in cooking — has plenty to offer.
Its active compounds give it numerous virtues, particularly for digestion. Renowned for relieving nausea, ginger has unsuspected properties. It is therefore time to take stock of the benefits of a ginger herbal tea.
Properties and benefits of ginger herbal tea
Ginger has a reputation for having aphrodisiac effects. Beyond this uncertain characteristic, this tropical plant has other unsuspected assets. Rich in vitamins and minerals, ginger herbal tea addresses more troublesome ailments. Most often used in cooking among spices, the ginger root delivers its beneficial properties to our health when infused. Simple and quick to prepare, this hot drink has more than one trick up its sleeve.
Relieving nausea
Nausea can have many causes: digestive disorders, pregnancy, medical treatments, migraines. Ginger stands out as a natural remedy. It is even recommended to take a ginger infusion to combat motion sickness.
Digestive system disorders
Ginger is renowned for its effective action on digestion. The root is antispasmodic, eliminates gas, relieves diarrhoea attacks and offers soothing properties in cases of indigestion.
The other unsuspected virtues of ginger herbal tea
- Anti-inflammatory: it soothes sore throats.
- Menstrual pain : by stimulating blood circulation.
- Weight control.
- Antiseptic and antiviral : helps fight colds
- Stimulates the immune system.
- Reduces stress
- Antioxidant
How to consume ginger?
Excessive consumption of ginger in infusion can reduce its positive properties and turn it into an enemy against your body. It can, for example, prevent you from sleeping. Some precautions should therefore be taken, particularly in the case of pregnancy or stomach ulcers. The advice of a medical professional may prove useful.
How to prepare ginger herbal tea and enjoy its benefits?
There are two ways to prepare an infusion: either by using the powdered root, or by opting for fresh ginger. In both cases, organic ginger is preferable.
Among recipes made with fresh ginger, the most well-known remains the ginger, honey and lemon decoction. The properties of the root, combined with those of the lemon, create a preparation with a powerful effect. It acts on weight loss, detoxifies the body and strengthens the immune system.
The homemade ginger lemon infusion recipe
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan
- Pour the water into a cup then add 1 teaspoon of powdered ginger or 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- Add the juice of half a lemon
- Leave to steep for about ten minutes and strain.
You can also enjoy this infusion as a cold drink in summer and take advantage of its refreshing benefits. Whether in summer or winter, make sure to consume this preparation on an empty stomach.
To soften the powerful, spicy flavour of ginger, you can also add ingredients such as honey or a little mint. As for spice lovers, ginger herbal tea also pairs well with cinnamon or turmeric. While plants offer many benefits for our health, spices too have a role to play in our bodies.