Ginger has been used in nutrition and medicine since ancient times. It remains a popular home remedy for nausea stomach aches, and other health problems. People commonly use fresh or dried ginger in cooking or herbal teas, and some people take ginger supplements for possible health benefits. Ginger has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-viral properties. Below are some potential medicinal uses of ginger.
Many people use ginger to help recover from a cold or flu. Eating ginger can cut down on fermentation, constipation and other causes of bloating and intestinal gas. Ginger contains antioxidants. These molecules help manage free radicals, which are compounds that can damage cells.
Ingredients
• Ginger (grated) – 100 grams.
• Salt to taste. • Channa dal – 1 tablespoon.
• Fenugreek seeds – 1/4 teaspoon.
• Mustard seeds – ½ teaspoon.
• Tamarind juice – 1 glass.
• Sesame oil – 2 tablespoons.
• Jaggery – 3 tablespoons.
• Hing – 1 pinch.
• Red chilli powder – 1 tablespoon.
Method:
Heat sesame seed oil in a pan add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, chana dal,
and grated ginger, cook this till golden in colour, and add hing (optional), salt,
tamarind juice, and chilly powder.
Add some jaggery, cook for 5 minutes switch off the flame.
Serve this with dosa, idly, curd rice, and upma as well.
Fully exploring a connection between ginger consumption and
pain relief will require more research.