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Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is native to India and China. It takes its name from the Sanskrit word stringa-vera, which means “with a body like a horn”, as in antlers. Ginger has been important in Chinese medicine for many centuries, and is mentioned in the writings of Confucius.
Ginger is most commonly known for its effectiveness as a digestive aid. By increasing the production of digestive fluids and saliva, Ginger helps relieve indigestion, gas pains, diarrhea and stomach cramping. Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties help relieve pain and reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, rheumatism and muscle spasms. Ginger's therapeutic properties effectively stimulate circulation of the blood, removing toxins from the body, cleansing the bowels and kidneys, and nourishing the skin.
Now why would i be writing about ginger?
Thursday of last week (Valentine's Day) I was on the phone updating mom of my activities and whatever's new around the household. I was stuck at home that day because the 10-round fun-run during the previous day took its toll on my leg muscles and lower back.
That's when mom told me to prepare a few slices of ginger to boil and sprinkle with muscovado sugar (the measurement varies according to one's taste). Yup, one should drink it like hot tea.
"You'll be running again in no time," she said.
And when i say mothers know best, you know what i mean....
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