In case of fullness, drink a cup of fresh ginger tea in advance

A cup of ginger tea before eating prevents feeling of fullness

Although there are various drugs available against indigestion; According to health experts, this should only be resorted to in exceptional cases - and after consultation with a doctor. There are anyway more gentle ways to strengthen the digestion of natural. Including ginger.

Natural remedy for feeling of fullness

Feeling full after a sumptuous meal has probably been experienced before. In the pharmacy there are various - over-the-counter - medicines for digestive problems, but these are in most cases not necessary. Nature offers much healthier alternatives: An effective home remedy for bloating is ginger tea. "The tea warms from the inside and promotes digestion before drinking," writes the Federal Center for Nutrition (BZfE) in a recent release.

A cup of ginger tea before eating can save you from feeling bloated; because the healthy tuber stimulates the digestion. But the root can do even more: Ginger is used, among other things as a home remedy for colds and travel sickness. (Image: Hetizia / fotolia.com)

Stimulate your appetite with ginger

"For a large cup of ginger tea, a walnut-sized amount of ginger is peeled and cut into small pieces," explain the experts.

"Then pour hot water over it and let it rest for at least ten minutes." Refine the taste with a slice of untreated lemon and a spoonful of honey.

The BZfE has yet another tip: "A few pieces of candied ginger before meals can stimulate the appetite, especially in the elderly."

Tuber helps against numerous complaints

Ginger was used medicinally thousands of years ago in its native Asia. But even in medieval Europe knew him and Hildegard von Bingen and Paracelsus in gastrointestinal complaints.

Modern studies confirm this application, as well as the effectiveness of the accompanying with nausea and vomiting and dizziness motion sickness.

In addition, the tuber, which was just awarded the medicinal plant of the year 2018, a popular home remedy for cold symptoms.

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic

Ginger has an anti-inflammatory effect and strengthens the immune system and thus prevents infections.

In addition, the root has antispasmodic and analgesic. This is partly also scientifically proven.

For example, US scientists at the University of Georgia have found that the tuber is effective against muscle pain after excessive exercise.

In addition, researchers from the University of Miami in a study have demonstrated an analgesic effect on osteoarthritis.

Rich in vitamins and minerals

In natural medicine, ginger has been used for a long time against headaches and high blood lipid levels.

Furthermore, the root, which is also rich in vitamins and minerals, can help you lose weight.

However, people with a sensitive stomach could get problems with larger quantities, not everyone can stand the sharpness.

Patients should consult their doctor if necessary. (Ad)