Is drinking ginger tea before bed good for your health?

Benefits of ginger tea

The article on the Medlatec General Hospital website, with medical consultation from Dr. Duong Ngoc Van, points out the following health benefits of ginger tea:

Warm up your body.

Ginger tea, with ginger as its main ingredient, has a warming effect and is very effective in warming the body. On cold, windy days or after catching a cold from the rain, just one cup of ginger tea can warm the body from the inside, reduce fatigue, and prevent colds.

Reduces feelings of nausea.

The spicy and warming properties of ginger tea are effective in reducing nausea. Therefore, it is a recommended drink for people experiencing morning sickness, nausea, or motion sickness.

Good for the digestive system.

If you experience digestive problems, cold stomach, or persistent abdominal discomfort, drinking a cup of ginger tea can immediately soothe these feelings. Drinking ginger tea daily is also a way to stimulate the digestive system, boost metabolism, prevent bloating and constipation, treat diarrhea, and is beneficial for people with duodenal inflammation.

Soothes and relaxes the body, preventing cramps.

Many people suffer from muscle spasms that cause painful leg cramps. A cup of ginger tea can help relax the body, reduce inflammation, and soothe cramps.

Enhance anti-inflammatory effects.

Ginger is rich in beneficial bioactive compounds. The most beneficial bioactive compounds in ginger are shogaol and gingerol. These have anti-inflammatory properties that can help control and reduce the risk of sore throats.

Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties function similarly to COX-2 inhibitors (a type of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain and inflammation). It can also reduce pain from a sore throat. Additionally, ginger helps block inflammatory proteins in the body, which often cause sore throats and throat irritation.

Ginger tea is a healthy drink.

The warmth helps relax the muscles in the throat.

The warmth of ginger tea can help relieve sore or itchy throats. It also helps relax the throat muscles, soothe irritation, and provide a more comfortable feeling for the patient.

Immune support

Ginger contains high levels of gingerol, paradol, sesquiterpenes, shogaol, and zingerone, all of which possess extremely powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These help eliminate infections, neutralize free radicals, and boost the body's immune system during the winter months.

Is it good to drink ginger tea before bed?

According to the Health & Life newspaper, Dr. Huynh Tan Vu from the Traditional Medicine Department of the University Medical Center of Ho Chi Minh City said that in Traditional Chinese Medicine, there are three types of ginger: fresh ginger, dried ginger, and roasted ginger. Of these, fresh ginger is suitable for everyone and can be consumed at any time if taken in the correct dosage. However, people with a "hot" constitution should avoid drinking dried or roasted ginger in the evening as it can increase heat and cause difficulty sleeping, but it does not harm health or accumulate toxins.

Ginger is most effective when consumed every morning, following a pattern of one week of consumption followed by one week of rest. Peel the ginger, crush it, boil it, and then drink the resulting liquid. People taking anticoagulants, blood pressure medication, blood sugar medication, etc., should monitor their condition or use the lowest possible dose.

Ha An (Compiled)

Source: https://vtcnews.vn/uong-tra-gung-truoc-khi-ngu-co-tot-cho-suc-khoe-ar909522.html