Did you know that ginger tea can be used to soothe a headache? I am really big on using foods for healing, and when our daughter recently had a headache I used it as our solution.
Ginger and Honey Tea Benefits
Many foods have medicinal properties. An example of this would be eating an apple with its skin. The fiber in the skin helps your body digest it more efficiently. For instance, some of you may drink a caffeinated beverage to soothe a headache.
It is our tradition as Puerto Ricans to use herbal medicines. Actually, the use of ginger is just one of the roots I’ve always been taught to be of good use. I have even read research articles supporting how ginger is associated with anti-inflammatory effects.
Books about using foods for healing
There are also many books on using food for healing. In fact, I personally keep them as a reference because using natural remedies is something our family prefers.
Paperback by Michael T. Murray
Ginger Tea and Pregnancy
A common question I hear people ask is, “Can pregnant women drink ginger tea?” To which I respond with a resounding, ‘Yes!’ Actually, there are even candies and mints made with ginger to reduce nausea and vomiting. Incidentally, drinking ginger tea certainly helped relieve morning sickness for me. In fact, there is research to support it. In a randomized trial, it found ginger to be better than placebo as an intervention for nausea and vomiting.
Ginger tea for headaches
A couple of days ago, our 6-year-old was complaining of a headache. Therefore, I decided to make her a ginger tea to soothe the pain.
The bit of tea she drank was good enough to calm her and she fell asleep. There is something about the spice and sweetness that makes this one of my favorites. I even enjoyed a cup! The rest can be kept in the refrigerator for 2-3 days and either drink cooled or warm up to relive the calm.
Ginger Tea
Equipment
- saucepan
- grater
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Add water and ginger to a small saucepan. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in honey.
- Allow tea to cool for about 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition per serving
Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Related tip: I keep my ginger root frozen in a Ziploc and it is good to note that this has never affected the flavor of my recipes.
Do you know of any other resources about using food for healing?
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