So what exactly is ginger ale? It is nothing but fermented ginger drink with loads of health and beauty benefits. Basically, any fermented food is good for health because of its acidic nature that kills all unwanted bacteria in our guts and intestine. Ginger ale is easy to make having known you have all the easy-to-find ingredients in your kitchen. Here is how you can make ginger ale along with its benefits:
RECIPE
Things you need:
- Fresh ginger, (peeled and grated) – 1 cup
- Honey or sugar – 1/4 cup
- Water – 2 cups
- Sparkling water, (or club soda)
- lemon juice
Method: Boil water on low heat and add ginger to it. Let it simmer for 30 mins and then remove from the flame and let it steep for 30 mins. Strain the ginger and add in honey or sugar. Chill the ginger syrup in a covered jar until cold.
To make a ginger ale drink – add 2 tbsp of ginger syrup, 1 tbsp of lemon juice, and top it off with Sparkling water
BENEFITS
PROPER DIGESTION
Since ginger ale is acidic in nature, it kills all the unwanted bacterial in the tummy and speeds up digestion too. It also prevents spasms related to bowel movement. Ginger contains an active ingredient called ‘Gingerol’. It creates relief in our body’s digestive system by slowing down the intestinal spasms.
RELIEVE COLD AND FLU
Ginger ale is a natural treatment for cold and flu and is used to boost the immune system. Ginger ale contains good amount of antitoxic, antiviral and antifungal properties which is very beneficial to our body. Have it in the morning to treat cold and flu.
REDUCE MENSTRUAL CRAMPS
Ginger ale has anti-inflammatory qualities that may relieve swelling and pain. The anti-inflammatory properties in ginger (especially fermented one) are a painkiller that can be used to help relax the muscles. Drink a cup of ginger tea with honey to relieve the menstrual pain.
HAIR GROWTH
Having ginger ale on regular basis boosts hair growth. You can also dilute it in water and use it as hair conditioner after shampooing and wash it off using plain cold water. It can also be mixed with your DIY hair masks. READ MORE – How To Use Ginger For Hair Growth and stop hair fall
PREVENT GAS AND BLOATING
Ginger ale is ideal in assisting digestion, thereby improving food absorption. It also helps in relaxing gastrointestinal muscles that prevents you from bloating and gas. If, you want to improve digestion than after large meal, have ginger ale.
MORNING SICKNESS
Ginger ale is the best remedy to relieve nausea and morning sickness. You can treat with your morning sickness by consuming ginger ale in the morning. Vitamin B6 in it is beneficial to treat with morning sickness. READ MORE – Cumin for weight loss – Use This Flavourful Spice To Burn Belly Fat