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The Dangers of Drinking Ginger Tea: Expert Reveals Potential Harm

01:32 PM Sunday, February 11, 2024

Written by: Yasmine Al-Sawy:

An expert revealed that ginger drink could harm people who drink it to soothe stomach disorders more than to enjoy its health benefits.

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There are many reasons why a person may suffer from an upset stomach or nausea, such as eating a lot of spicy foods, but whatever the reason, many people resort to ginger drink to try to relieve symptoms, according to the “Mirror” website.

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Gastroenterologist Dr. Lukasz Kwapisz said that ginger drink may make things worse due to the ingredients it contains instead of soothing stomach pain and upset.

He added that adding sugar to ginger drink is not a good thing for a sensitive stomach, as eating too much sugar can lead to inflammation, and may increase bloating and gas, thus causing stomach irritation.

Sugar-free varieties are also not recommended because the artificial sweeteners used can also worsen symptoms.

Ginger tea has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for digestive problems, with the motivation that it can help relieve bloating and settle the stomach.

However, you should be aware that many famous brands use ginger flavor that does not contain any of the health benefits of fresh roots, and therefore if a person wants to use ginger, it is better to buy some of the fresh roots and make a special drink with chopped or ground ginger or Slice and peel.

Ginger slices can be added to a cup of hot water and steeped for 10 minutes before drinking. Ginger supplements may also be available in pharmacies.

Clinical nutritionist Stephanie Sassos explained: “Ginger roots contain a special compound called gingerol, which has been proven to enhance digestive motility, or the rate at which food moves through the stomach. This can contribute to getting rid of nausea in some cases, because it encourages food not to stay for a while.” long in the digestive system.

2024-02-11 11:33:46

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