The healthy state of the vessels is the key to the health of the whole organism. Improper diet, lifestyle, stress and external factors lead to the gradual slagging of the vascular walls of microbial, thrombotic and fatty masses, which leads to the development of many chronic diseases.
One of the ways to cleanse blood vessels from pathological plaques is to eat ginger-based dishes. With which components can this product be combined to achieve a result and what possible side effects may be, read our article.
What is the effect?
Cleaning vessels with ginger is due to the omega-3 and omega-6 unsaturated fatty acids contained in it, which are necessary for blood thinning and exhibit antioxidant properties, saturating cells with oxygen. Blood thinning significantly reduces the risk of blood clots in the blood vessels due to the normalization of blood pressure, which helps to improve memory and prevent atherosclerosis.
The strongest effect on atherosclerotic plaques has an active biological substance, available only in ginger - gingerol. Gingerol binds to cholesterol molecules (low and very low density lipoproteins) and causes them to break down into smaller compounds, which later dissolve with the blood stream.
Effect on atherosclerotic plaques
Cholesterol in the body is divided into several fractions: triglycerides and lipoproteins. Lipoproteins are “beneficial” (high density) and “harmful” (low and very low density).
The effects of ginger are manifested in the gradual lowering of low and very low density cholesterol in the blood, a decrease in their formation in the liver and the destruction of atherosclerotic plaques.
The action of ginger is complemented by the strengthening of the vascular walls, since cholesterol plaques are not formed on healthy vessels. The greatest healing properties of ginger manifests itself in a crushed form and after heat treatment. For a significant therapeutic effect it is necessary to conduct repeated courses of ginger.
Impact on the heart
In relation to the heart, ginger exhibits the following properties:
- Protection of the heart vessels.
- Strengthening the myocardium.
- Energy balance recovery.
- Antioxidant effect.
- As a result of the use of ginger, there is an increase in the work of the heart with a short-term increase in heartbeat.
Some substances in the composition of ginger can affect the work of the heart directly:
- vitamin K;
- magnesium;
- zinc;
- calcium;
- phosphorus.
They are embedded in the cell walls, play the role of enzymes and restore the cellular and energy balance of the heart.
Ginger also contains fat-soluble vitamins and selenium, which are natural antioxidants, which helps heart cells maintain a high energy balance.
What gives cleansing from cholesterol?
Timely cleansing of the walls of blood vessels and blood from cholesterol and its plaques allows you to avoid the appearance and aggravation of the following diseases:
- Phlebeurysm.
- Thrombophlebitis.
- Disturbance of cerebral blood flow.
- Myocardial infarction.
- Coronary heart disease.
- Hypertonic disease.
The maintenance of the vascular bed contributes to:
- normal functioning of the liver and kidneys, with a rich blood supply;
- improves blood transfer of oxygen and its delivery to all organs;
- prevents the development of trophic disorders (trophic ulcers, gangrene);
- improves absorption and digestion in the intestines;
- restores the exchange balance;
- keeps memory and attention high.
Indications and Contraindications
Indications:
- Elevated blood cholesterol.
- Frequent or intense headaches, migraine.
- Spasm of the muscles of the head and neck.
- Violation of cerebral circulation.
- Phlebeurysm.
- Reduced vision and hearing of vascular etiology.
- Decreased memory and attention.
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Contraindications:
- Exacerbation of chronic erosive gastritis and peptic ulcer.
- Gastrointestinal bleeding and polyps.
- Hypertension 3 stages.
- Pregnancy and lactation.
- Febrile states.
- Individual intolerance.
- Infectious diseases in the acute stage.
Recipes of folk remedies
In case of diseases of the cardiovascular system, it is necessary to consult a physician (general practitioner or cardiologist). He will determine the need for taking medicines and ginger, will give recommendations on their joint use, will conduct the necessary examination, mark the terms of treatment and put the patient on the dispensary account.
Mixes
With lemon, honey and garlic
Ingredients:
- 300 grams of ginger root;
- 1 whole lemon;
- 150 grams of honey;
- 20 grams of fresh garlic.
Cooking method:
- Ginger and lemon washed. Lemon rid of pits. Cut into small pieces, mix.
- Grind in a blender or mince twice.
- Add honey to the mixture, mix for 5 minutes.
- Finely chop the garlic or chop in a crush, add to the mixture, mix.
- To store ready mix in the refrigerator in glasswares with a dense cover.
Application: inside, regardless of meals, 1 tablespoon 3 times a day. The course is 30 days.
Read more about the beneficial properties of the ingredients and the method of preparation, see the video below:
With honey
Ingredients:
- 350 grams of ginger root;
- 1 whole lemon;
- 200 grams of honey.
Cooking method:
- Ginger root and lemon rinse, remove dirt, remove bone from the lemon.
- Cut ginger and lemon into small pieces, grind in a blender.
- Add honey to the mixture, mix thoroughly for 3 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a glass dish with a tight lid.
- Store in the refrigerator for no more than 2 months.
Application: inside, in the morning, 2 tablespoons 30 minutes before breakfast. The course of 20 days, after a break of 10 days, the course can be repeated.
With walnuts
Ingredients:
- 200 grams of ginger root.
- 300 grams of walnuts.
- 150 grams of liquid honey.
- lemon to taste.
Cooking method:
- Peel the ginger, cut into slices, mince twice.
- Peel the walnuts from the shell and internal partitions, chop. Short-term frying or cooking in a microwave for 2 minutes is allowed.
- Mix the nuts with ginger, stir for 1 minute.
- Pour honey into the mixture, mix, add grated lemon zest to taste.
- Put the mixture in the refrigerator.
Store in a glass container with a tight lid.
Application: inside, up to 5 times a day, 1 teaspoon half an hour before meals. Do not use at night. The course is 21 days, then a break of 1 week and a second course.
Ginger tea
Ingredients:
- 20 grams of ginger root;
- 1 liter of water;
- lemon, sugar, cinnamon to taste.
Cooking method:
- To boil water.
- Ginger wash and grate, or grind in a blender.
- Add ginger to the water.
- To taste add sugar, cinnamon powder, add lemon.
- Cool to 70 degrees.
Application: inside, 200 ml for 1 hour before meals. Per day no more than 400 ml. Course - 2 weeks.
Kefir cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 liter of 1% kefir;
- 20 grams of cinnamon powder;
- 10 grams of fresh ginger.
Cooking method:
- Ginger wash, chop in a blender, mix with cinnamon.
- Add to the mixture 1 liter of kefir, mix until smooth.
- Store no more than a day.
Application: by mouth, 250 ml 2 hours after meals, as a substitute for dinner. Per day use no more than 600 ml. The course is 10 days.
Ginger Infusion
Ingredients:
- 20 grams of ginger root;
- 1 liter of water;
- sugar, lemon to taste.
Cooking method:
- Peel ginger root, grate.
- Boil the water, remove from heat.
- Add ginger to water, mix.
- Put on the fire again, simmer for 3 minutes, do not bring to a boil.
- Insist 2 hours.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Application: inside, up to 300 milliliters per day, separately from meals, divided into 3 doses. Before use can be heated. Add sugar and lemon if desired.
Possible side effects
- Irritation of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal tract, which is manifested by coughing, an increase in the amount of saliva, increased intestinal motility.
- Short-term bitterness in the mouth.
- Redness of the skin of the chest and face.
- Short increase in respiratory rate.
- Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting.
- Increased sweating.
- Decrease in blood clotting.
- Short-term fever.
Ginger root contains a unique substance - gingerol, which has a high activity against vascular atherosclerosis, and also exhibits many pronounced healing properties to all organs.
Systematic use of food with the addition of ginger root will effectively clean the vessels of atherosclerotic plaques and protect the body from acute and chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system.