The internet is
flooded with countless diets, recipes and remedies for natural weight loss and
we’ve probably tried a good number of them, some more effective others not so
much. One such recipe stands out for its efficiency and fast results – ginger
water.
Ginger water really
guarantees results when it comes to losing weight. It helps you burn fat from
the most stubborn places and shed pounds in no time. The hips and belly region,
which is the most difficult to shape, will no longer be your problematic area.
Moreover, aside from helping you slim down, ginger water is incredibly healthy
and will promote your overall health and protect you from a number of
illnesses.
The drink works by
accelerating your metabolism and assisting the body in the burning of fat. It
will help you get fit in a short time without endangering your health, and is
especially effective against the excess fat on the belly, underarms, hips and
thighs, the so-called critical zones which require extra effort to melt.
However, the ginger water can boost your metabolism to work non-stop, which
will effectively help you lose the extra pounds.
The benefits of the
drink don’t stop there. Besides shedding excess pounds, here’s what the ginger
water can help you with as well:
Normalizes
your blood pressure
Drinking ginger water
on a regular basis will relieve your high blood pressure and keep it steady
afterwards. The drink will also prevent the formation of blood clots which have
been known to be fatal.
Floods
your body with antioxidants
Ginger contains a
variety of antioxidants which can hunt and neutralize free radicals in the
body, compounds that are often the main source of serious ailments.
Reduces
your cholesterol levels
This incredible drink
will regulate your cholesterol levels and prevent a variety of cardiovascular
problems they might cause.
Treats
infections
For centuries, ginger
has been used against a variety of infections including colds and the flu.
Anti-inflammatory
agent
The drink has powerful
anti-inflammatory properties which make it an ideal remedy against inflammatory
diseases such as arthritis and gout.
Improves
circulation
Ginger has the ability
to boost your circulation mainly due to the presence of iron and zinc. Both
minerals can improve your blood flow and prevent a variety of problems related
to poor circulation. Furthermore, the drink will prevent the accumulation in
your arteries and prevent cardiovascular diseases such as the often-fatal
atherosclerosis.
Improves
your digestion and nutrient absorption
Drinking ginger water
regularly will boost your digestion and nutrient absorption by stimulating the
release of bile in your stomach. If you don’t have appetite, we suggest chewing
on a piece of ginger before your meals to get the digestive juices going.
Treat
the flu and colds
Ginger has been used
as a natural remedy for flu and colds during the winter for quite a long time.
Drink ginger water regularly during the water to support your immune system and
help fight these infections.
Treats
digestive problems
By boosting your digestion,
ginger water will also eliminate unpleasant digestive problems such as
indigestion, bloating, acid reflux and constipation.
Supports
your immune system
As we already said,
ginger water will support your immune system and help your body in the fight
against various infections. It can fight colds and the flu as we mentioned, but
can also help in cases of more serious diseases and conditions.
Relieves
joint pain
Thanks to its
anti-inflammatory properties, drinking ginger water regularly will prevent pain
in your joints.
Here’s
how to prepare this incredible drink:
Ingredients
1.5 l. of water
A few thin ginger slices
A bit of lemon juice
Directions
Pour the water in a
saucepan and bring it to a boil. In the meantime, wash and peel the ginger,
then cut it on slices. Add the slices in the boiling water and simmer on medium
heat until they’re soft, then let the tea cool down, strain it, add some lemon
juice and enjoy. Drink the mixture regularly and you will surely improve your
overall health.