Ginger Pickle - How to use?
Ginger Pickle
Adults should eat no more than 4 grams of
ginger per day, pregnant women should consume less than 1 gram a day and
children under the age of 2 should not be given ginger. Although side effects
are rare, ginger can react with other herbal remedies or medications, so ginger
should be taken under the supervision of a health professional. To make your
own pickled ginger at home, bring 2 cups of rice wine vinegar, 1/2 cup sugar
and other desired spices to a boil, add 2 cups of thinly sliced ginger and let
simmer for a half hour. Let cool, then place the mixture in a jar and
refrigerate overnight.
Ginger is a plant generally covered in a
brownish skin. Native to India and China, its name is derived from the Sanskrit
word "stinga-vera," which means “with a body like a horn," or
resembling antlers. A great way to incorporate ginger into your diet is through
the use of ginger tea — just add a few slices of ginger to boiling water and
let it brew for ten to 15 minutes.
Here are the top five benefits of ginger:
1. Digestion: Ginger is historically known
for its effectiveness as a digestive aid. It aids in producing digestive fluids
and saliva, helps relieve indigestion, gas pains, stomach cramping, and
diarrhea. Ginger has always been regarded as an excellent way to eliminate
intestinal gas and help relax and soothe the intestinal track.
2. Motion sickness: Ginger is very effective
in combating and preventing the symptoms of motion sickness and seasickness. In
an independent study it was found that ginger may be more effective in
preventing seasickness than the commonly-used drug Dramamine.
3. Anti-inflammatory effects: Regular use of
ginger reduces pain and improves mobility in people afflicted with rheumatoid
arthritis and osteoarthritis.
4. Protection against colorectal cancer:
Gingerols, components in ginger, inhibit the growth of human colorectal cancer
cells. Researchers say that the ginger compounds may be effective in chemically
preventing and treating colorectal cancers.
5. Strengthens immune system: Ginger
promotes healthy sweating, which not only detoxifies the body, but may also
help fight off infections. Sweat contains a germ-fighting agent, and it acts
against micro organisms like E.Coli and fungi.