The Efficacy and Effects of Ginger Candy Water
Disease description:
I am 29 years old. Recently, possibly due to the weather, I caught a slight cold. My friend made me some ginger brown sugar water to drink. May I ask, what are the benefits and effects of ginger brown sugar water?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Ginger brown sugar water is a traditional medicinal beverage primarily made by simmering ginger and brown sugar. Its functions and benefits include:
1. Ginger can stimulate gastric juice secretion, aid digestion, and help alleviate symptoms such as abdominal distension and stomach pain caused by overeating or indigestion.
2. Ginger brown sugar water effectively promotes blood vessel dilation and improves blood circulation, helping the body eliminate internal coldness promptly. It is especially suitable for individuals who have consumed cold foods, been exposed to rain, or spent prolonged time in air-conditioned environments.
3. Components in ginger brown sugar water, such as gingerols, possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They can enhance immune system function and help prevent infections from cold and influenza viruses.
4. Ginger brown sugar water can induce sweating and relieve surface symptoms. It may help alleviate early-stage cold symptoms such as headache, nasal congestion, and coughing.
5. Brown sugar is rich in iron and various vitamins, which help nourish and circulate the blood. Long-term consumption can moisturize the skin and improve complexion.
However, ginger brown sugar water is not suitable for everyone. Individuals with a naturally hot body constitution should use it cautiously. Diabetic patients should control their intake of brown sugar. Pregnant women are advised to consult their doctors before consumption.
