The benefits of ginger are known to all. This unique tool is used for weight loss, for the treatment of various diseases.
Popular use of ginger tincture on alcohol. How is it useful, and how to use it correctly?
Further in the article we will share an effective delicious recipe for making ginger tincture, as well as tell you what side effects this drink may have. For greater clarity, you can familiarize yourself with the video, which clearly shows how to prepare the tincture at home.
Chemical composition means
The benefits of ginger root due to the presence in it of a large number of nutrients. These include the following:
- vitamins A, E, C, group B;
- amino acids;
- essential oils;
- minerals such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, zinc.
Benefit and harm
Ginger has a complex effect. It has anti-inflammatory properties, helps stabilize blood circulation, has a positive effect on the liver and gastrointestinal tract.- In a number of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, the plant can be used to relieve acute pain and prevent cramps, improve the functioning of the digestive tract.
- It also helps eliminate congestion in the biliary tract and gall bladder.
Ginger has a complex effect. It has anti-inflammatory properties, helps stabilize blood circulation, has a positive effect on the liver and gastrointestinal tract.Due to these properties, alcohol tincture may be useful in some cases:
- It is indicated for violations of cholesterol metabolism.
- Regular consumption helps speed up fat metabolism, which helps eliminate excess weight.
- Provides prevention of atherosclerosis and pathologies of the cardiovascular system.
- Ginger tincture of alcohol is recommended to take with seasonal and viral colds. The beneficial properties of ginger, along with the disinfecting effect of alcohol, help to quickly reduce inflammatory processes.
- It is also an excellent analgesic that can be used for headache, toothache, muscle and joint diseases, osteochondrosis.
The harm of tincture is possible in those cases, if you use it in the wrong dosages and do not take into account contraindications.
Contraindications to the use
Due to the irritating effects of alcohol tincture has contraindications:
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- gastrointestinal tract diseases;
- acute and subacute forms of hepatitis;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- serious heart disease.
However, in these cases, you can use alternatives that do not contain alcohol, for example, setting on water or decoction of ginger with honey and lemon. Ginger-based products are also not recommended for allergic reactions, uterine bleeding and urolithiasis.
Important! It is better to refrain from eating ginger at a high temperature, because it can provoke its growth. From here with the cybber he will benefit.
What alcohol solution should I use and how can I replace it?
For the preparation of tinctures usually used simple medical alcohol.which is recommended to be diluted to a strength of 40-45 degrees. It can be replaced by moonshine or vodka. In addition, there are recipes that do not contain anything alcoholic, for example, various decoctions, infusions and teas in the water.
How to cook - step by step instructions
Before describing the recipe tincture, it should be noted that it can not be abused. It must be used clearly in the indicated dosages, necessarily taking into account contraindications. Overdose can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, allergic reaction. To prepare a classic tincture, you will need the following ingredients:
- 400 g of ginger root;
- alcohol (1 liter).
The preparation is as follows:
- Ginger root should be peeled and crushed to a state of gruel with a grater or meat grinder. Put in a jar.
- Alcohol must be diluted with water to 40-45 degrees (as a result, 1 liter of liquid should be obtained). Pour over the ginger with alcohol, mix well.
- Leave in a dark place with room temperature for 12-14 days. Periodically (every 2-3 days) shake.
- Ready tincture strain through cheesecloth. To achieve transparency of the drink, you can also filter it through cotton wool.
In order to treat the infusion, they drink 1 dessert spoon in the morning on an empty stomach and before dinner. For the prevention and strengthening of immunity, the dosage is halved.. The course of admission is determined individually. With any disease tincture can be taken until the unpleasant symptoms disappear. It is also used for weight loss. In this case, the course of treatment is 1 month, after which you need to take a break of the same duration, and you can repeat the course.
Store the tool is recommended in the refrigerator, pre-bottled and tightly closed. The maximum shelf life is two years.
Way to speed up cooking
There is the option of making quick tincture, which requires only 15-20 minutes. The recipe includes lemon and honey, which adds a refreshing touch to the drink. In this case, the following ingredients are needed:
- alcohol (diluted to 40-45%), vodka or moonshine - 0.5 l .;
- 20 g fresh (peeled) ginger root;
- 1 medium sized lemon;
- a teaspoon of honey;
- a pinch of salt.
Preparing tincture as follows:
- Lemon should be washed with boiling water and wiped to remove all chemicals from the skin.
- Remove the zest from it, without touching the pulp, rub grated citrus.
- Grated ginger root and lemon zest placed in a jar, add salt, mix.
- From half of the lemon you need to squeeze the juice into the jar, mix well again.
- Mixture should be brewed for five minutes, then add alcohol and honey. Close the lid, shake again several times, leave for another five minutes.
- The tincture is filtered through several layers of gauze, the pulp is pressed.
After this tool is ready for use. Its shelf life is one year.
Possible side effects
In some cases, the tincture may provoke side effects.. For example, ginger substances in the composition of ginger can irritate the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines. In view of this, the plant is contraindicated in the exacerbation of any diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Also from the side reactions can manifest nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, allergy symptoms. Most often this is due to overdose. In this case, you need to stop taking the funds.
In general, ginger tincture is an excellent remedy, both for maintaining health and for normalizing weight. If used correctly, it will only benefit. It is important to adhere to the recommended dosage and make sure that there are no contraindications to receive.
