Just look at the thousands of social media accounts that preach the "healthy lifestyle" to understand that there is a general awareness of the benefits of natural foods. Rich in vitamins and therapeutic virtues, the recipes of teas with ginger and turmeric multiply. And for good reason, they would reduce inflammation, pain, stress of everyday life and much more ...
Originally from Asia, turmeric is an ingredient of the same family as ginger, with many antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The people of Okinawa understand this, it is a key ingredient to integrate into their diet. True ritual of this Japanese city, its population consumes daily in the form of tea to benefit from its benefits. Called the Island of Longevity, Okinawa has been the subject of much research on the correlation between its consumption of turmeric and the health of its inhabitants.
Because of its rather pronounced taste, ginger and turmeric tea can be mixed with lemon, honey and pepper. These combined ingredients promote the absorption of nutrients. In addition, they have many nutritional values that make this hot drink a real source of benefits for your body and skin. Here they are :
Improve cognitive skills
According to a study published by The Journal of Psychopharmacology, adults from 60 to 85 would have improved their cognitive abilities one hour after eating turmeric, especially in terms of their attention and tasks that solicit their memory. Other scientists are interested, especially for the treatment of Alzheimer's, where turmeric would have a reducing action on beta-amyloid plaques responsible for this disease.
Protects cardiovascular health
Several studies have shown that ginger and turmeric can lower LDL cholesterol levels that cause plaque buildup in the arteries and blood vessels by improving lipid metabolism.
Has analgesic properties
Turmeric and ginger are an effective duo when it comes to countering pain. These two plants, often used as spices, have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. A comparative study of ginger and ibuprofen would have determined that these two elements have the same effect on the post-surgical pain experienced after the extraction of a molar in 67 healthy adults.
Strengthens the immune system
Being not only a pleasant drink on winter days, this tea can be beneficial to the immune system. According to The Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, the turmeric and ginger that compose it have effective antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic properties that prevent the growth of bacteria in the metabolism.
Take care of your skin
As a study explains, the extract of turmeric would improve the viscoelasticity and the rate of hydration of the skin, beneficial consequences of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and its protective action against ultraviolet rays. Allied with ginger that shares the same properties, it is an effective remedy to delay the aging process.
Facilitates digestion
According to The International Journal of Preventive Medicine, ginger improves the digestive process and helps to prevent stomach disorders that cause constipation and stomach ulcers. Its benefits are also found in turmeric which promotes the secretion of gastrin, secretin and pancreatic enzymes by eliminating intestinal spasms and the formation of ulcers caused by stress.
How to prepare ginger and turmeric tea?
For starters, you'll need fresh ginger, turmeric, lemon, honey and black pepper. Lemon and honey will be used to soften the taste of this hot drink, while piperine in black pepper will activate the bioavailability of turmeric, allowing this spice to maintain its main benefits.
Ingredients
· 1 cup of filtered water
· 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
· 1 teaspoon of turmeric (1 to 2 teaspoons if you use fresh turmeric)
· 1 teaspoon of honey
· The juice of half a lemon
. ½ teaspoon of black pepper
Preparation
This tea is extremely potent and it is not recommended to drink it more than once a day at the risk of experiencing side effects. In addition, it is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding, allergies, biliary and renal disorders or drug treatments including anticoagulants.
Ask your doctor for advice before eating this tea.
