My neighbors complained of fatigue, loss of appetite, and poor sleep. They were immediately told to use the 'king of spices' in the kitchen to dispel their worries.

GĐXH - Fresh ginger - the "king of spices" helps increase energy and yang energy and is essential to eat during the 7th lunar month. Just a small piece of warm, spicy ginger has a very good effect during the prosperous yin season.

Fresh, spicy ginger is the "king" in the seventh lunar month.

For the past week, my neighbors have been sitting together complaining about sore legs, sadness, loss of appetite, fatigue, coldness, and fear of the wind at night. Even though they don't have a cough or a cold, they just feel sad for no reason, their stomachs are full, they don't eat well, they wake up frequently... I wonder: "Why don't you use fresh ginger to make those unpleasant symptoms disappear?"

Immediately, the ladies were surprised and said fresh ginger... is it a medicine that can cure diseases!?

Indeed, fresh ginger is not a medicine, but is the "king" of all spices. Especially in the 7th lunar month - the time when there is a lot of negative energy, continuous rain and humidity, people's hearts are easily depressed and heavy... then a little fresh ginger every day is a medicine that does not require a prescription - but everyone should have it, because of its spicy and warming effects, anti-cold, increasing yang energy... very good for the body.

In Oriental medicine, fresh ginger (raw ginger) has a spicy taste and warm properties. It is used to warm the middle, dispel cold, treat colds, nausea, reduce phlegm, wind-cold, bloating, indigestion, cough, abdominal pain due to cold, detoxify...

Fresh ginger root is the "king" of all spices, especially in the 7th lunar month. Photo from the internet

The seventh lunar month, also known as the "ghost month" according to folklore, is when yin prevails and yang declines. Ginger has extremely strong yang properties, helping to warm the spleen and stomach, dispel cold air, and activate the flow of yang energy in the body.

The seventh lunar month has a lot of rain and high humidity, food spoils easily, and the spleen and stomach are weak – all of which cause bloating, diarrhea, and indigestion. Fresh ginger has the ability to circulate qi and warm the middle, making it extremely good for soothing the stomach and improving digestion.

Ginger treats colds and prevents colds: A slice of fresh ginger early in the morning can dispel cold air and activate immunity, especially for the elderly, children, or those with cold constitutions.

Ginger nourishes the “yang heart”: When the heart is cold, people tend to be gloomy. Ginger is like a “small fire” – keeping your heart warm and your spirit less depressed – very necessary in this 7th lunar month.

A glass of fresh ginger water in the morning warms the stomach and wakes you up... Photo from the internet

How to use fresh ginger effectively in the 7th lunar month

Nowadays, fresh ginger can be processed in many ways to be used fresh, or into convenient products that are easy to carry around during the 7th lunar month, and for people who often get cold. Here are some ways to use ginger.

1. Drink warm fresh ginger water in the morning of the 7th lunar month

How to make: Peel 3 slices of fresh ginger, put them in 200ml of hot water, cover tightly for 5 minutes. You can add a few grains of salt or honey (after the water cools down, it is still warm).

Effect: Warm fresh ginger water helps warm the stomach, stimulates digestion, makes you alert at the beginning of the day, reduces nausea, and gently supports weight loss.

2. Steamed fresh ginger with honey – cures cough and cold stomach

Directions: Thinly slice ginger, mix with honey, steam for 5-10 minutes. Use 1 teaspoon every morning or when your throat feels sore.

Effects: Soothes throat, warms chest, antibacterial, natural anti-inflammatory.

3. Grilled ginger – a folk remedy in the 7th lunar month

How to make: Roast the ginger root with the skin on charcoal or low heat, then crush it and mix it with warm water to drink. Those who don't have time can roast it and store it in a sealed jar for later use.

Effect: Especially effective for people with colds, coughs due to cold, cold hands and feet.

Grilled fresh ginger. Photo from the internet

4. Ginger braised fish, braised meat - adds flavor, increases yang

Tip: When cooking braised dishes, add a few slices of fresh or crushed ginger. The ginger flavor helps remove the fishy smell, and also infuses positive energy into the dish, making the whole family feel light and warm after eating.

5. Soak your feet in ginger water at night

How to make: Crush ginger, boil with water, make warm, soak feet 15-20 minutes before bed. Add a little salt if possible.

Effect: Helps relax, sleep well, circulate blood, expel cold from the soles of the feet - the "gateway to the internal organs".

6. Fresh ginger decoction

Fresh ginger sliced, boiled with water to drink, can be combined with other herbs depending on each prescription.

7. Suck on fresh ginger

Chewing a slice of fresh ginger can help reduce nausea and warm the body.

Fresh ginger today is processed into convenient products that are easy to carry around during the 7th lunar month, or used daily. Photo from the internet

8. Hot compress

Crush fresh ginger, wrap in cloth, massage the abdomen or painful areas to relieve pain.

Fresh ginger is also combined with other medicinal herbs to treat diseases (such as combined with licorice and jujube to balance the taste).

In addition, modern medicine uses fresh ginger in combination with other herbs to relieve pain (especially bone and joint pain, menstrual cramps), fight inflammation, boost immunity, improve brain function...

The seventh lunar month is filled with spiritual stories. There are symptoms that do not require medication, just a cup of hot ginger water, or a piece of fresh or grilled ginger is enough.

Instead of being afraid, choose to live proactively, always carry fresh ginger or roasted ginger in your pocket. A small piece of ginger, used properly, will help warm the body, steadfast spirit, enough yang energy to make wise decisions, and smooth sailing even in the prosperous yin season.

Notes when using fresh ginger:

- Do not eat too much: You should only use about 5-10g of fresh ginger/day (depending on your body and medical condition, use according to your doctor's instructions).

- Avoid using ginger in the evening - especially for people with severe insomnia.

- People with fever, high fever, or severe stomach ulcers should limit ginger use.

- Do not use for people with heat constitution (heat-related illnesses) because the illness may worsen.

- A doctor's advice is needed when using fresh ginger with other medications.

Source: https://giadinh.suckhoedoisong.vn/may-chi-hang-xom-nha-toi-than-met-moi-chan-an-ngu-khong-sau-lien-duoc-mach-dung-thu-cu-la-vua-gia-vi-trong-bep-danh-bay-uu-phien-172250807180809053.htm