Ginger – against stomach complaints and joint pains

The stomach-soothing effect of ginger has long been well-known, and clinical studies prove that ginger extract also relieves nausea following surgery and chemotherapy. In addition to all this, due to its anti-inflammatory components (such as gingerol), it shows promise in the treatment of certain cancers, as well as relieving muscle pain and the symptoms of cartilage wear.
In a recent study, those who took ginger capsules for 11 days reported 25% less muscle soreness after performing stretching exercises than a placebo control group. And another study confirmed that an injection containing ginger extract relieves knee joint pain caused by cartilage wear.

According to some sources, ginger originates from India, according to other sources from China, but everyone believes that it is thanks to the Spanish that it spread throughout the world.

We are talking about a tropical plant in terms of its cultivation and it is actually a root that we are already holding in our hands. It takes 9-10 months to harvest after planting and is harvested by hand in most parts of the world. It is usually dried after hand washing and ground into a powder, but it is increasingly found whole in the markets. There is also a crushed form, for example you can buy it at Greenmarkos. ;)

It tastes a little like lemon and is refreshingly spicy.

Its use in the kitchen is very versatile. It is very popular as a root slice for quickly roasted dishes, but it is also used for marinades, as a decoration on the edge of plates and bowls (even for consumption), and it is also tasty when roasted on salads. It is also used to make pastes, but also for spicy dishes. It can also be used as a supplement to meat products, pasta products, and in one-dish dishes. It is also consumed as a pickle, but it can also be used as a base for biscuits and jams, and even in drinks.

Medically, it aids digestion, clears vision, is good against gout, and warms the joints. It improves poor blood circulation, in the form of a drink it helps with coughs and gets through the flu. (get it quickly, viruses are already among us)
Many people chew it against seasickness.
It is one of the raw materials for perfume production.

In terms of type, we distinguish between dry whole ginger root, ground ginger, pickled ginger, preserved ginger, and chopped and candied ginger.

The top 10 medicinal effects of ginger

1. Keeps diabetes under control
2. Calms an upset stomach
3. Improves heart health
4. Helps prevent colds and flu
5. May be effective against cancer
6. Relieves menstrual pains
7. It relieves morning sickness during pregnancy
8. Soothes the pain caused by arthritis
9. Relieves migraines
10. Soothes cough

It contains significant amounts of vitamins A, C, E and B, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and zinc.
Minerals: calcium, iron, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, fluorine, silicon
Vitamins: A, B1, B2, B3
Beneficial effect: bowel cleanser

Use: Cook in twice as much water until soft. Excellent for preparing side dishes, porridges, main dishes and desserts.