Ginger And Tea Benefits – Effects, Nutrients and 3 Ginger Tea Recipes

The Effect of Ginger and Tea Benefits

During cold weather, or when the flu is approaching, there’s nothing like drinking a warm cup of ginger tea. Some people prefer to drink tea before they eat. I would like to talk to you a bit more about ginger and ginger tea, its benefits, effects, etc.

It is, however, advisable to enjoy the beverage after your sumptuous meal because ginger stimulates the digestive juices. Let’s discover more ginger and tea benefits, and let’s get started.

Next time you’re enjoying some organic ginger tea*, observe the slightly stimulating and toning effect on the body, and you will appreciate it very much. Sweetened with manuka honey, the warming and soothing sensation will soon envelop you.

Wholesome ginger effects

Especially the unique ingredients (pungent and essential oils) of the ginger stimulate the blood circulation and, thus, provide an internally heating reaction.

This makes especially sense for the prevention of colds during the flu season. The essential oils, especially the gingerol, are crucial for the effect of the golden root.

In many cases, the broad spectrum of ginger action can help avoid the need for a quick tablet, especially in the case of harmless and mild cold symptoms.

The active ingredients in ginger are said to have similar effects as those of a painkiller. Ginger has antibiotic and immune-stimulating properties and is a great tonic.

Best Natural Painkillers - Mother Nature Is The Ultimate Healer

 

Of course, you should visit your doctor if you’re dealing with a serious viral infection and are running a fever. It makes a lot of sense, though, to be helped by nature through, for example, regularly drinking ginger tea to naturally stimulate the self-healing powers and to prevent a cold altogether.

Ginger is on everyone’s lips and many of us eat it almost every day. But where does this little tuber we call ginger root actually come from? Where does the ginger grow and what is a ginger plant?

 

The ginger plant, or the ginger, has the botanical name: Zingiber officinale Roscoe and belongs to the family of the ginger plants (Zingiberaceae), which in turn belong to the monocotyledonous plants.

The ginger plants are integrated into the order of ginger-like Zingiberals. They are almost only found in the tropics.

Ginger – From the Ginger Family

These plants are usually very strong and have a rhizome, an underground stem axis system that serves as a storage organ.

Other known rhizomes are lily of the valley, horsetail, asparagus, some grasses, goldenseal (turmeric), lotus, bamboo, ivy and galangal (Thai ginger).

The ginger plant of the ginger rhizome is only a special species within a larger plant family – The family of the ginger family consists of over 50 genera and is with over 1000 species, the largest family within the ginger-like plants.

Within the ginger family, the species known to us as the real ginger belongs to the genus of ginger (Zingiber). This genus includes 100 to 150 species, most of which grow in tropical and on wet forest soil.

A well-known spice, the turmeric longa, also known as turmeric, comes from the family of the ginger family, too.

It is the main ingredient of curry and its dye and main active ingredient Curcumin provides the yellow color of this popular spice blend. To learn more about the health benefits and effects of the turmeric, please read my following article:

Spices, such as ginger, were already known in ancient cultures over thousands of years ago and have been used to cure many ailments. They contain valuable active ingredients, make the food more digestible and have an appetizing effect.

The entire digestion is supported, the body detoxifies and rejuvenates (ginger has antioxidant). In certain parts of Europe, ginger has officially been recognized as a medicinal plant for the past 25 years.

Plus, it is frequently used in folk medicine. For many Western doctors and healers, as well as physicians from ancient cultures, it has traditionally been of outstanding importance as herbal medicine and remedy.

Turmeric and Health - Benefits, effects & usages

Ginger Tea is Especially Good for:

1- Nausea
2- Colds
3- Stomach discomfort
4- Bloating

Help with Weight Loss (Stimulation of the Metabolism)

The ginger aids with bronchitis, pain, sore throat, liver complaints, rheumatic ailments, diarrhea, dizziness, and (mild!) fever.

Ginger also often helps with fatigue, burn-out and lack of energy because it stabilizes, stimulates and strengthens your body, both, physically and mentally.

One can also use ginger for the treatment of nervousness, fears and anxiety attacks.

The effect of ginger tea depends on the type of preparation.

The intake of ginger is possible in different ways. It can be used as a spice in cooking, but here the dosage for a healing effect is too low. You can also take capsules or eat candied ginger, which, however, often contains lots of sugar ( we did encounter ginger pieces without sugar, though, too).

Organic ginger tea* achieves the best effect, because it can be dosed sufficiently strong and, above all, acts faster than capsules.

Simple ginger water is prepared quickly and has different effects depending on the preparation. Ginger water contains only ginger and ginger tea also contains other ingredients. The effect of ginger water can, thus, be supplemented.

5 Powerful Weight-Loss Motivation Tips & One Marvelous Story

Ginger for the Immune System – Strengthen Your Organism with the Root

How does ginger help your organism and does it actually strengthen your immune system? With its many ingredients, the potential is huge.

The effect of ginger in fresh and dried form is slightly different. In powder production, some components of the ginger transform in the process of drying and turn into more pungent substances.

Depending on which effect you want to achieve, you can make tea from fresh root or ginger powder or, of course, from both. The composition of ginger powder is 100% ginger (powdered ginger rootstock).

 

Try to get organic ginger

Here, it is essential to pay attention to good quality, since bad powder can even be infested with mold fungi. It should, therefore, be stored dry and consumed relatively quickly.

Homemade ginger tea from the powdered ginger rootstock (ginger powder) has provided great relief with nausea in my experience.

You can also enhance the taste of ginger tea with honey, whereby here we should not underestimate the additional positive health effects of the golden nectar.

Honey is said to be better than antibiotics. Try to use organic honey from a nearby beekeeper instead of the cheap counter version from the supermarket.

For colds with a sore throat or laryngitis, ginger tea from fresh ginger juice, ginger powder, honey and fresh lemon juice (drunk several times a day) helps the healing process in a meaningful way.

In my humble opinion, ginger is the best universal herb of folk medicine or natural medicine. For everyday complaints, as a tonic and as a home remedy, it is a good helper for many people.

Plenty of folks drink their ginger tea daily and do not want to miss out on its beneficial effects. If you do not like the taste of ginger or ginger tea, it is possible to take it in capsule form to benefit from the healing effect, as well.

20 Uses for Honey, Manuka Honey Benefits And A Soothing Nightcap Recipe

What Exactly is Behind the Effects of Ginger and Ginger Tea?

The pungent substances contained in ginger (gingerol and shoagol) are not so foreign to aspirin in their chemical structure. In addition to these substances, at least over 160 ingredients have been found in ginger.

Future studies will explore its composition and effect even further, but meanwhile people are curious about the latest findings. So, let me introduce you to the wholesome ingredients of ginger.

Wholesome ingredients

In addition to gingerol and shoagol, there are other essential ingredients that include many essential oils: zingiberene, curcumin, bisabolene, sesquipellandrene, pinene, myrcene, borneol, geraniol, linalool, limonene, neral and cineole.

Ginger is also rich in minerals, such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron as well as magnesium, potassium and sodium. It also contains vitamins, especially the A and B vitamins and vitamin C.

The oils and pungent ingredients, however, are far more important to the ginger effect than the vitamins. That’s why you only consume relatively small amounts – the ginger is too spicy to consume compared to other vegetables.

For the preparation of organic ginger tea, I grate the ginger. I can only recommend to anyone a ginger grater made of ceramic. The tips are nice and sharp and the grating is pretty smooth. Plus, you can clean it very easily under running water or in the dishwasher.

Now, you are ready and can brew your fresh ginger tea. If there is no fresh ginger root available, you can also use high-quality ginger powder as an adequate substitute.

It should be noted that dried ginger is much more intense and, therefore, requires only a very small amount. The recommended maximum levels of powder are 5 grams, which corresponds to a heaping teaspoon.

Superfoods - Benefits & 10 Home-Grown Superfoods You Should Add To Your Diet

Ginger Tea Preparation with Fresh Ginger

Recipe # 1: Stimulating Ginger Tea
– Ginger Tea Classic –

Peel a small amount (a thumb-sized piece) of ginger, mince and put in a saucepan. Add one teaspoon of black tea and brew with about 300 ml of boiling water (or the amount of a large cup). Allow infusing for 5-10 minutes.

Pour the tea through a sieve and, depending on your taste, add a little lemon juice, sugar or honey. As a sweetener, Stevia is a low-calorie and a much healthier alternative to traditional synthetic sweeteners.

Recipe # 2: Refreshing Ginger Tea
– Great in Summer, Too –

As in Recipe 1, peel a small piece of ginger, grate it and place in a teapot. Cut a few bars of fresh mint and add. Pour in at least half to one liter of water and let infuse for at least 10 minutes.

Sift the tea and sweeten as desired. In a teapot or a thermos bottle, it stays hot and can be enjoyed throughout the day. If fresh mint isn’t available, you can also prepare the tea with dried mint leaves or peppermint bags.

Eleven Outstanding Green Tea Benefits for Your Body & Soul

Recipe #3: Cold Tea according to Ayurveda Art
– The Cold Blocker –

Here, again, you peel and mince a small piece of ginger. Add about 1 ½ tsp licorice root (5 grams), 3-5 crushed black peppercorns and 10-15 chopped leaves of basil. Pour the ingredients in with 3 cups of boiling water and allow to infuse for 10 minutes. Instead of licorice, 3-5 cloves can be used, too.

Now sift the tea well and sweeten with a little honey. Do not over-use the licorice root, otherwise, it may cause unwanted side effects such as hypertension.

Ginger Tea as Instant Tea: Tea Granules or Tea Bags?

Of course, ready-made tea from the supermarket has its justification: One can prepare it rather quickly, and the finished blends often offer an interesting taste experience with a good effect due to the variety of ingredients.

Here, you have basically the choice between organic ginger tea bags* or loose tea. When preparing tea using pouches, you can not go wrong. Also, depending on the number of bags, the tea can become quite strong and intense.

The variety of instant teas on the shelf of a large supermarket or a good organic store are virtually limitless:

1- Ginger with hibiscus (see Discover All About Rosehip – The Powerful Weapon For Arthitis, inflammation and more)
2- Ginger and lemon
3- Pure ginger
4- Ginger with orange
5- Green tea with ginger
6- Ginger tea with ginseng
7- Arab tea with ginger
8- Ginger and elderflower
9- Ayurvedic tea with ginger
10- Chai tea with ginger
11- Herbal tea with ginger
… and many others.

If the effect and the taste of the ginger are your priority, then tea with a high ginger content should be selected, preferably over 30 percent of ginger content.

You can, of course, prepare the teas from the store yourself, as long as you have all the ingredients. Those who like to try new things will surely have fun doing this. And if you like the preparation, you will appreciate the variety of teas in the shop.

Teabags do not necessarily have to be worse than loose teas. High-quality tea bags protect the valuable ingredients and make the tea infusion often stronger than that in a loose mixture is possible.

The herbs and spices are finely powdered before being stored in the bag, which is why one small bag alone can be very productive here. Particularly interesting are the pyramid tea bags, which are often utilized in medicinal teas.

Side Effects of Ginger

Actually, there are no noticeable side effects when eating or drinking ginger. For sensitive people, the metabolism-stimulating and activating effect of ginger is sometimes too strong.

On the other hand, you cannot eat too much ginger. By the natural sharpness of the ginger, the body indicates by itself when it has had enough. Sometimes, heartburn also occurs as a side effect or even skin itching.

I once had terrible heartburn after a too large portion of dried pieces of ginger, which might also have been because of the sugar content.

Sugar Is Bad For You - Hidden Dangers Of Sugar Explained & Advice

Contraindications

Who should not take ginger?

Ginger and tea benefits are, however, not for everyone to enjoy. People with gallstone disease, pregnant women and children under 6 years should not consume ginger. Do not ingest ginger tea* before a planned operation, If you suffer from any existing diseases, you should consult your doctor before using ginger as a remedy.

Dear co creators

If my contribution was helpful to you and you want to support my work, you can do so by checking out my featured products of apparel, homeware and accessories in my *LoveBodyFatSolution Store. 

There you’ll find my own custom designed goods for cats and dog lovers, for those diving deep into spirituality, for doge coin supporters and much more. Your contribution helps me to continuously provide free consultation and reading material for people whose health and well being benefits from my work.

It also helps me to support those who suffer from panic attacks or depression, seek guidance during their spiritual awakening journey, or simply need an open ear and advice:

*

 Also, please, help to spread the word about my website with your family and friends. This allows me to continue sharing informative articles, tips, recipes, free ebooks, etc.

The subtle art of not giving a fuck: If you feel like you need motivation, have to fill some gaps in your life, then check out this easy to read book “The subtle art of not giving a fuck” in the photo link below. You will be surprised over how much better you feel and how much more confident you will become once you stop caring about what others think of you: 

*

Need advice, guidance or simply someone to listen to you?

Then go ahead and book a 20 minutes free consulting call with me if you need help with letting go of your negative thoughts or don’t know how to stop identifying yourself with your mind.

As a panic attack and agoraphobia “survivor” myself, I am also here for you if you are in desperate search for relief from panic disorder, moderate depression or just could use someone to listen to you.

Feel free to either send me an email or give me a call. Then we will find out together what you really need help with, and how I can be of service to you.

My goal is to help you to re-discover who you truly are and reclaim your life. I’m also guiding you through by supporting you in letting go of your limiting beliefs. Only this way you can tap into your powerful resources and create the life you desire and deserve.

Never forget, you are spiritual beings and here to collect worldly experiences in order to expand, not vice versa. You are highly appreciated, unique and endlessly loved.

* = Affiliate link. If you order through it, I receive a small commission and you support my work. There are no additional costs for you.

Than you for stopping by and reading my article. I truly hope that you enjoyed it and that it’s helpful to you.