Discovery of a common plant that protects against heart disease and prevents stroke • Al Marsad Newspaper

Al Marsad newspaper: The ginger plant has many health benefits, especially for the heart, and it is also a rich source of antioxidants that fight free radicals.

Protects from heart disease

Ginger is a rich source of antioxidants, which are compounds that prevent oxidative stress and DNA damage in the body. This, in turn, may help the body fight and prevent chronic diseases, such as high blood pressure and heart disease, according to Web Medicine.

A group of researchers studied the data of more than 4,000 people, and came to the conclusion that people who use ginger more have less chances of developing chronic heart disease or high blood pressure.

1. It was found that ginger extract helps reduce the occurrence of cardiac abnormalities in diabetic rats, and this may be due to the antioxidant properties of ginger extract.

It was found that eating ginger can contribute to the prevention of heart disease.

Through its following benefits: Reducing blood pressure. Preventing heart attacks. Prevent blood clots. Relieve heartburn. Reduce cholesterol. improve blood circulation.

2. It helps regulate blood sugar and cholesterol

Ginger has effective anti-inflammatory properties, and it is possible that these properties contribute to the positive effect of ginger on the heart and blood vessels, especially in diabetics, as it reduces triglyceride and cholesterol levels, and helps in better control of blood sugar.

3. Contributes to the treatment of cardiovascular disease There is some evidence that ginger extract may help treat cardiovascular disease as well, as one review found that taking a dose of 5 g or more of ginger extract can have a beneficial and significant antiplatelet effect . Other ginger benefits Other health benefits of ginger can include the following:

1. Prevention of germs Some of the chemical compounds present in ginger help prevent germs, especially in preventing the growth of bacteria, such as: Escherichia coli (E.coli) and Shigella (Shigella).

2. Reducing Nausea Ginger helps soothe an upset stomach, especially during pregnancy, by reducing the buildup of gas in the intestines. It may also help relieve seasickness or nausea caused by chemotherapy.

3. Reducing symptoms of arthritis Ginger is anti-inflammatory, which means it reduces swelling, so it may be particularly useful in treating symptoms of both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.