Adherents of traditional medicine have long appreciated such spice as ginger (popularly - “horned root”). It is used in the fresh, dried, pickled form for the prevention of many diseases, in the complex of therapeutic measures or independently of many ailments. This is a very effective way to get rid of constipation (constipation - honey.).

Unlike popular medicines, it does not aggressively affect the intestinal microflora and has no side effects. Why ginger is so useful, how to use it correctly to eliminate digestive problems and what are the contraindications for use, later in this article.

Chemical characteristics of ginger and its action

Ginger has a unique chemical composition, due to which it is used in pharmacology, official and traditional medicine.

Spices Vitamins:

• ascorbic acid (vitamin C) - 5 mg;
• tocopherol (vitamin E) - 0.3 mg;
• phylloquinone (vitamin K) - 0.1 mg;
• nicotinic acid (vitamin B3 or PP) - 0.7 mg;
• adermin (vitamin B6) - 0.2 mg;
• folic acid (vitamin B9) - 11 mcg;
• pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) - 0.2 mg.

Ginger is especially valuable in its content of omega-unsaturated fatty acids:

• Omega-3 - 35 mg;
• Omega-6 - 121 mg.

Ginger root contains a significant amount of macro- and microelements that take part in the activity of all organs and vital systems of the body:

• calcium - 0.016 g;
• iron - 0.006 g;
• magnesium - 0.043 g;
• phosphorus - 0.034 g;
• potassium - 0.415 g;
• sodium - 0.016 g;
• zinc - 0.0013 g;
• copper - 0.0002 g;
• magnesium - 0.0002 g;
• villages - 0.0007 g.

• The moderate use of spice roots helps get rid of a number of diseases, is the prevention of many ailments and improves the condition of the body as a whole:
• Strengthens the immune system.
• Promotes the production of gastric juice, improving digestion.
• It speeds up metabolism, which is often used to reduce body weight.
• Relieves joint pain (useful for arthritis and arthrosis).
• It is a prophylactic against neoplasms in the rectum.
• Acts as an anesthetic for pain in the gastrointestinal tract and menstruation.
• Relieves nausea.
• Helps both hypertensives and hypotensives, stabilizing blood pressure.
• Stops bleeding.
• It removes bile from the body.
• Prevents impotence and is a natural aphrodisiac.
• It is a prevention of circulatory disorders in the brain.
• Removes excess water from the body.
• Relieves fatigue.
• Slows down the aging process.

How does constipation work?

With proper use of the "horned root", you can get rid of many digestive problems:

1. To treat constipation from all parts of ginger, only its root is used, which includes a number of useful substances.
2. Fiber and pectin substances, the content of which in the root reaches 2 and 0.5%, respectively, stimulate intestinal motility, which contributes to the promotion of feces.
3. A whole complex of biologically active substances and trace elements, which are in the optimal ratio in the spice, help contractions of the gallbladder. Under the influence of the secretion that enters the intestine, liquefaction of feces occurs, due to which their soft evacuation occurs.
4. The anti-inflammatory ability of the "horned root" helps to eliminate inflammatory processes in the intestinal tract, reduces the effect of pathogenic microflora on intestinal motility.
5. The property of spices to remove toxins helps to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract as a whole.
6. Ginger relieves symptoms often associated with constipation, such as nausea, weakness, severe pain, and dizziness.

Contraindications to the use of ginger for constipation

Like any remedy containing a large number of biologically active substances, ginger has contraindications for use.

Important! The abuse of spice can cause both diarrhea and aggravate the problem of constipation.

It is not recommended to treat constipation with this root in the following cases:

• the presence of liver diseases - hepatitis (both in acute and chronic form) and cirrhosis;
• with stones in the bile ducts;
• the presence of hyperacid gastritis;
• with diseases of the heart and blood vessels - hypertension, after heart attacks and strokes;
• with a stomach ulcer or duodenal ulcer;
• with allergies, manifested in the form of rashes on the dermis (the stage of exacerbation of the disease is especially dangerous);
• with individual intolerance to spices;
• pregnancy and lactation.

Use for children

Ginger is also used to treat constipation and normalization of stool in children, but carefully, following these rules:

• contraindicated in children under two years of age;
• apply only if there is no allergic reaction to it;
• dosage should be no more than half the norm for an adult.

With a moderate amount of the drug taken, it improves appetite, eliminates gas, weakens and relieves intestinal cramps.

If the dosage is exceeded, it can cause the child:

• burns to the oral mucosa;
• intestinal irritation;
• hyperactivity and sleep problems;
• heartburn;
• diarrhea
• allergies
• constipation.

Considering all the side effects of ginger on the child's body, in case of constipation in a child, a more reasonable solution is a medical consultation to receive timely qualified help.

Ways to use Ginger

The root does not lose its healing properties after freezing, pickling, cooking. It is effective at constipation in the form of teas, as part of dishes, baths with a decoction of the root help well. It is useful to use the "horned root" in the composition of dishes, especially fatty and saturated with carbohydrates.

Marinated

Pickled ginger is an integral part of the Japanese table when serving sushi. Rice, as you know, strengthens, especially with an excess of other carbohydrates in the diet. Ginger, with which sushi is used, improves the digestive tract, improves intestinal motility and eliminates gas.

Important! The spice root has a strong warming effect, so you should refrain from using it at elevated body temperature.

Eating pickled root is useful both for eliminating constipation and digestive dysfunction, as well as for preventive purposes.

Ingredients:

• ginger (root) - 150 g;
• wine vinegar - 1/4 tbsp .;
• red wine - 1.5 tbsp. l .;
• granulated sugar - 1 tbsp. l .;
• water - 2 tbsp. l;
• salt to taste.

Step by step recipe:

1. Peel the root of the top layer.
2. Cut into thin slices.
3. Place in a deep container, pour boiling water.
4. Add salt, mix and boil for 3-4 minutes.
5. Drain and cool to room temperature.
6. For marinade, pour sugar into a separate bowl, add hot boiled water, stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
7. Add wine and vinegar, mix.
8. Put the prepared ginger in a glass dish and pour in the marinade.
9. Close the dish tightly with a lid and marinate at room temperature for three days.

The dish must be stored in the refrigerator. Eat every day with meat, fish or cereal dishes.

Ginger paste

Ginger paste is used both for cooking and for medical purposes. It gives a piquant taste to the fish, and the meat makes it more tender and juicy. Eating this dish eliminates problems with intestinal motility (constipation and gas), strengthens the immune system and cleanses the blood. Its external use as a remedy relieves headaches and joint pain, helps with boils.

Fresh root pasta

Cooking it is very simple. It is necessary to clean the root and grate with small holes. It is undesirable to store the paste, it is better to cook fresh each time. To eliminate constipation, it is recommended to use 1/2 tsp. per day with meals. It can be used as part of salad dressings, added to second courses and drinks.

Ginger Powder Paste

If there is no fresh spice at hand, the powder will completely replace it, since the root does not lose its properties when dried and acts on the body identically. To prepare the paste, you need to take the ingredients in the following proportion.

Did you know? With ginger oil, small skin lesions can be cured in a short time. And regular use of it as part of home cosmetic masks allows you to maintain youth and beauty of the skin.

Ingredients:

• dry ginger powder - 1 tsp;
• hot water - 25 ml.

Step by step recipe:

1. Pour ground root powder into a small volume dish.
2. Add hot water.
3. To stir thoroughly.

The consistency of the paste can vary depending on its further use. For baking meat, poultry or fish, you can make it more liquid. For compresses, it is necessary to reduce the amount of water so that the mass is thicker.

Tea with Ginger

Tea made with a “horned root” provides a quick and gentle solution to the problem of constipation. There are several ways to prepare this drink that will not take much time.

Did you know? Ginger tea is useful for pregnant women with toxicosis and nausea. Relieves weakness and dizziness.

Option 1

You can get rid of constipation and other digestive problems by drinking a cup of fragrant tea from fresh spices after a meal.

Ingredients:

• grated fresh root - 3 tsp;
• water - 500 ml.

Step by step recipe:

1. Put ginger crushed on a grater with small holes in a thermos.
2. Pour boiling water.
3. Insist for 10-15 minutes.
4. Strain.

This tea is recommended to drink after a meal two to three times a day in a glass.

Option 2

Tea from a mixture of fresh and dried spices is very effective:

Ingredients:

• dry ginger powder - 1/4 tsp;
• grated fresh root - 1 tsp;
• water - 250 ml.

Step by step recipe

1. Pour dry powder into a thermos.
2. Add the grated root.
3. Pour boiling water.
4. Insist for 10 minutes.
5. Strain.

This tea is recommended to drink after a meal twice a day in a glass.

Few people realize that many problems with the digestive system are very easily eliminated without the use of laxatives of chemical origin. It is enough to adjust your diet or introduce the necessary products into the diet.

With constipation, ginger is such a product, with an amazing ability to almost immediately improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, relieving constipation, gas and other digestive problems. It is enough to include it in your daily diet, not forgetting contraindications for use and that everything is good in moderation.