Question Ginger

Ginger

Lots of Questions revolve around a little root Commonly know as Ginger. From History etched in forgotton times till today's most modern of Kitchens. This warming root is good for your Health and Soul.  From warming of the body to helping to fend off feelings of being unwell.   Nausea symptoms decrease, aids to improving blood flow in the body.

Ginger eaten in various forms: sweets, bottled balls of Ginger, Diced, Grated, Cubed Blocks of Ginger give the body a little boost when eaten. Bring into your daily routine a bit of Ginger and see the difference in your Health Today.

South African Stockists

As the Ginger enjoyment grows in momentum, Just Ginger Confectionary is proud to announce to all our fans that the following Stockists will be stocking our ranges of Gingerlicious, Gingerbon and Sina Sugar Free Ginger products. Pop into you local store in South Africa to find our products in store. Currently catering for the Health Conscious Customer who is looking for the Healthier option when snacking.

Introducing our new product. Gingerbon Ginger SUSU sucking sweets.   Available in 100g packets. All the enjoyment found in a Gingerbon with the added benefit of being able to suck it instead of chewing the sweet.    Great to use when needing a little pick me up or even when a sore throat starts.

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Gingerlicious

 Valentines Day

We may love the day, we may not.    All the Valentine motivators and shakers who enjoy spoiling their loved one/s on Valentines Day. A treat of Gingerlicious proportions.    Spicy and warming Dark Chocolate enrobing a Ginger cube . Very delectable and gives the feeling of satisfication after each Morish Chocolate Ball.

Grab a bag or two today from all Local stores in South Africa, Dischem,Food Lovers Markets, Spars, Pharmacies, Healthshops

Valentines Freebie

At Just Ginger Confectionary South Africa

We would like to spoil all our customers coming up to Valentines day. We are giving you our valued reader of our blogs a beautiful E- recipe book with our compliments. To receive your free copy. Email michellegingersa@gmail.com and we will send you a copy.  Valid till 14/2/2018

Feb 4-11 Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week

Cardiovascular Benefits of Ginger

It is believed that ginger can reduce the risk of some cardiovascular diseases. A double- blind clinical trial was conducted in 2004 where the main aim was to investigate the effect of ginger on the levels of lipids in blood. The results were published in 2008.¹

Patients with hyperlipidemia were divided into two groups:

-       Treatment group of 45 patients received capsules with ginger in three divided doses, 3 g per day;

-       Placebo group of 40 patients received capsules with lactose using the same treatment regime as those from the first group.

The study lasted for 45 days and once it was completed, the lipid concentration profiles of the patients were measured and compared to those measured before the treatment. The results showed that the patients who received ginger capsules had a considerable reduction in cholesterol, triglyceride, very low density lipoprotein and low density lipoprotein. Therefore, as ginger had a noticeable lipid lowering effect, it might play an important role in the prevention of atherosclerosis.  

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, ginger can also prevent blood from clotting. The lowered level of cholesterol and reduced blood clotting caused by ginger can be beneficial for those people who have heart conditions where blood vessels become clogged and which may lead to stroke or heart attack.

Precautions and Interactions

Once taken, ginger firstly influences the mucous membrane of the stomach. If it is irritated, has erosions or ulcers, ginger will undoubtedly increase this inflammation. That is why it should not be taken if the person has gastritis, peptic or duodenal ulcers or any erosive disorders of the intestine.

Although ginger root can be beneficial for some cardiovascular diseases, it may also provoke side effects in people with certain heart disorders. Ginger can interact with certain types of medications:

-       Keeping in mind that ginger can lower blood pressure, it should be avoided by those patients who are already on any anti-hypertensive medications because it can cause overdose and thus raises the risk of irregular heartbeats and dangerous drop in blood pressure.

-       Those patients who are on diabetes medications should not use it, as ginger is known to lower blood sugar, thus, it raises the risk of developing low blood sugar or hypoglycemia.

-       Having a blood thinning effect, ginger increases the risk of bleeding in patients who take blood-thinning medications like warfarin, aspirin or clopidogrel.

Even though ginger is an herb and not a pharmaceutical substance, it is highly recommended that you consult your doctor before using ginger for therapeutic purposes.

References:

1. Alizadeh-Navaei R, Roozbeh F, Saravi M, Pouramir M, Jalali F, Moghadamnia AA. Investigation of the effect of ginger on the lipid levels. A double blind controlled clinical trial. Saudi Med J. 2008 Sep;29(9):1280-4.

Ginger Info for Diabetic Patients.

Over seven percent of South African adults now live with diabetes. Unfortunately, those numbers continue to rise. Although diabetes can be tough to live with, imbalanced blood sugar is just the beginning for those who do not actively improve their health, as diabetics increase their risk of a heart attack, stroke and cancer.

For years, researchers have tested a range of natural compounds, looking for a way to effectively treat diabetic patients and, hopefully, one day cure this condition. Whether you currently have diabetes or would simply like to improve your health, ginger has now been shown to better control fluctuating blood sugar levels.

One Study, all of the participants had been living with type 2 diabetes for a minimum of ten years. Each day, these individuals were either given a placebo or a one-gram capsule of ginger powder. After eight weeks, those who took the ginger experienced a significant decrease in blood sugar.

Researchers aren’t exactly sure how ginger works to lower blood sugar, but they believe it may involve a specific enzyme. When consuming ginger, you inhibit this enzyme known as hepatic phosphorylase, which normally breaks down glycogen, or stored glucose. For those who take blood thinners, please speak with your doctor before trying this tonic.

Make your own: 

• 1 3-inch piece of ginger
• Cinnamon stick

Combine ginger with the cinnamon stick. Boil for two to three minutes, allowing to steep until cool. Drink two to three times daily.

Memory and Attention

Brain and Mental Health

Ginger has traditionally been used to treat memory loss and dementia. Research shows it enhances a wide variety of other cognitive functions besides memory. When healthy middle-aged adults were given dried ginger supplements, they showed improvements in working memory, reaction time, and attention.Ginger may even protect the brain against Alzheimer’s disease. Bioactive compounds found in ginger increase activity of Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in learning and memory.

 Ginger Increase Brain Levels of important Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemicals used by brain cells to communicate with each other.They control your ability to focus, concentrate, and remember, and regulate mood, cravings, addictions, sleep, and more.Ginger increases levels of these important brain chemicals, including dopamine and serotonin. Dopamine is considered the “motivation molecule” that helps you get focused and be productive.It’s also in charge of your pleasure-reward system.Serotonin is your “happiness molecule” that is critical for keeping up a positive mood.

Ginger’s many antioxidants protect the brain from free radical damage.

Free radicals are unattached oxygen molecules that are a natural byproduct of metabolism, but overproduction leads to inflammation, premature cell aging, and can even damage cells down to the level of their DNA.The brain is particularly susceptible to free radical damage since it uses a lot of oxygen.Free radicals are caused by everyday occurrences such as stress, lack of sleep, grilled meat, fried food, air pollution, and radiation from your cell phone and computer.

Ginger is rich in two groups of antioxidants, shaogals, and gingerols, that safeguard the brain from damaging free radicals.The antioxidants in ginger also protect the brain from damage and improve memory loss after a stroke.Ginger shields the brain against the neurotoxic food additive monosodium glutamate (MSG). Another way ginger enhances brain health is by protecting important glial cells. Glial cells help protect neurons and remove metabolic debris and toxins that contribute to Alzheimer’s.Ginger, as well as green tea, fatty fish, and blueberries, help keep glial cells safe from damage. One of ginger’s most widely regarded uses is as an anti-inflammatory which makes it popular for arthritis treatment. Chronic inflammation is a contributing factor to seven of top ten leading causes of death, including Alzheimer’s disease. Chronic inflammation of the brain can lead to anxiety, ADHD, brain fog, depression, and memory loss.

Healthier you, eat Ginger everyday.