How to incorporate ginger powder and reap its health benefits

The properties of ginger are increasingly appreciated and claimed. But, in addition, these benefits can be used in meals and daily preparations.

To know its virtues, the note on the LéKué website details the following points.

• Helps relieve indigestion, nausea and stomach disorders.

• It is widely used as a natural remedy for reducing stomach ache.

• Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory properties. This may be helpful for people with chronic inflammatory conditions.

• It is very rich in antioxidants.

• Relieves muscle and joint pain. Especially those related to arthritis and other painful conditions.

• Strengthen the immune system.

• According to some preliminary research, it helps control blood sugar levels.

• It may help regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Your nutritional contributions

Among its compounds it contains 40-45% carbohydrates; 6-8% oleic and linoleic fats; amino acids such as arginine and tryptophan; a wide variety of minerals; and vitamin C, among other compounds.

How to use ginger powder

One of the options to incorporate its virtues is to choose the much more concentrated and practical powder presentations. Here are some options to choose from.

Infusions

• Two tablespoons of powdered ginger.

• 2 cups of water.

• a few drops of lemon

To heat water. Add two tablespoons of powdered ginger. Leave to infuse for 3 minutes. Filter and serve with a few drops of lemon.

as a condiment

Being a very versatile product, it can be used to give a spicy and exotic touch to soups, purees, meats, fish and sauces.

For making desserts

There are many recipes that use this ingredient. Among these, the classic recipes. The advice is to choose those with refined flours and natural sweeteners.

Treatment and contraindications

Beyond its benefits, the recommendation of the Mejor con Salud website is not to exceed four grams of this spice per day.

Also, in the following situations, it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

• When taking anticoagulants.

• In the last stage of pregnancy.

• When there is a history of abnormal vaginal bleeding or miscarriages.

• If you are taking medications for hypertension.

• Diagnosed with hemophilia or heart disease.

In any case, it is important to point out that these indications are indicative and do not replace medical consultation.