Ginger is great for alleviating pain, as shown in this video. This remedy for migraines is practical, effective, cheap, safe, and provides instant relief.
Avoiding aspartame (Aspartame and the Brain) and using lavender may also help (Lavender for Migraine Headaches). If you have cluster headaches, ask your physician about capsaicin (Hot Sauce in the Nose for Cluster Headaches?).
Other Health Benefits of Ginger
Health benefits of ginger were provided by FitLife.tv.
1. Relieves Stress
The aroma of ginger tea is both warm and relaxing, which may ease emotional tension, soothe nerves and provide you with the perfect moment of peace amidst your busy day.
2. Eases Nausea
Nothing settles an upset stomach like a mug of ginger tea. Drink after the onset of nausea to relieve the symptom, or think ahead. Sip some tea before you travel or fly to combat motion sickness before it starts!
3. Aids Digestion
In addition to relieving nausea, ginger tea is renowned for aiding in food absorption during digestion. A cup of tea after a meal can also help prevent bloating and heartburn.
4. Boosts Immunity
Ginger is uniquely anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic and is also very rich in antioxidants. A daily dose provides your body with extra fortifications against infection, virus and disease to keep you healthy and energized.
5. Natural Pain Killer
Ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory, perfect for remedying joint and muscle pain and may also help to ease migraine headaches, stomach cramps, or aches from the cold or flu. Use as a warm compress for sore joints and arthritis pain.
Special Tip: Ladies, for relief of menstrual pains, soak a hand towel in hot ginger tea and place it over your lower abdomen. This will relax your muscles and ease the intensity of cramps.
6. Improves Blood Circulation
Ginger root contains many vitamins, minerals and amino-acids, which support a healthy cardiovascular system. They detoxify the bloodstream and break down built up fats in arteries that may lead to a stroke. Meanwhile, the natural warming properties of hot tea increases blood flow and aids the delivery of oxygen and other nutrients to all cells in the body.
7. Soothes Respiratory Problems
Ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties make it an excellent remedy for chest congestion caused by allergies, asthma, or the common cold. Sip slowly and breathe deeply!
8. Increases Fertility
In ancient Chinese medicine, ginger was used as aphrodisiac to boost fertility in men. More recent studies support the claim and show that regular intake of ginger may increase sperm count and help with issues of erectile dysfunction.
9. Helps Prevent And Combat Cancer
Studies have shown that ginger possess properties that not only slow the growth of cancer cells, but also fight against existing cells to reverse the illness.
