Organic Ginger Powder

What is ginger powder?

Organic ginger powder is made from organic ginger from Peru. Ginger is a tropical herbal flowering ingredient that originated in South Eastern Asia, though is now grown all across the world. It is a close relative of turmeric, and when you compare the two, it’s easy to see why.

Despite ginger being a flowering plant, it is the root that is used for cooking as a spice, or as a supplement for its many healing properties.

Organic ginger powder is made by taking natural, organic ginger root, drying it, and grinding it into a very fine powder.

What are the benefits of ginger?

Organic ginger powder is one of the most effective natural health supplements on the market today. Some of the main health benefits of ginger include the following:

Contains medicinal properties

Ginger, both fresh and powdered in supplement form, is loaded full of natural goodness, including an active compound known as gingerol.

Gingerol is renowned for its medicinal properties which help to strengthen immunity, provide antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, and much more besides. Put simply, ginger helps to keep you healthy internally.

Great for treating nausea

Another awesome benefit of ginger is the fact that it has been found to help treat a number of different forms of nausea.

Whether you’re unwell, have travel sickness, vertigo, or even morning sickness (speak to your doctor first) ginger has been found to be a very effective remedy for nausea and sickness.

May assist with weight loss

Whereas ginger doesn’t work miracles when it comes to losing weight, if used alongside a sensible eating plan, as well as regular exercise, ginger can indeed assist with weight loss.

Ginger helps to boost the metabolism, while also reducing inflammation that can suppress metabolic function, and lowering blood insulin levels, which have been linked with obesity.

Reduced blood sugar levels

Those who have elevated blood sugar levels who are at risk of type-2 diabetes can benefit hugely from adding a ginger supplement to their diets.

Ginger has been found to help regulate blood sugar levels, and even reduce blood sugar levels in some individuals, making it ideal for diabetes management and pre-diabetes management.

Top Ginger Powder benefits:

• Reduced blood pressure
• Treats nausea
• May promote fat loss
• Reduced blood sugar levels
• Boosts immunity
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-bacterial
• Improved digestion
• Promotes cardiovascular health
• And more…

Is ginger powder the same as ground ginger?

In theory, ginger powder is the same as powdered ginger as they are both made from dried ginger root which is ground to a fine powder. The key difference is that organic ginger powder is made from organic ginger root which is natural, free of GMOs and is much richer in natural goodness.

Ginger supplements also go through more extensive processing and filtration so they’re usually purer and higher in nutrients.

Is ginger powder as effective as fresh ginger?

Another question that people ask when it comes to powdered ginger and fresh ginger is whether or not ginger powder is as effective as fresh ginger.

In terms of taste, powdered ginger is not as pungent or aromatic. In terms of health benefits, there are very few differences, other than the fact that because ginger powder has been ground you can consume more due to the increased surface area.

Put simply, it is much easier to get more ginger powder in your system for health purposes than it would be if you were to try eating fresh ginger, as a little fresh ginger goes a very long way in terms of taste.

How much ginger powder instead of fresh ginger?

If you wish to substitute powdered ginger for fresh ginger, simply use 1 level tablespoon of organic ginger powder instead of 1 tablespoon of fresh grated ginger flesh.

Is ginger tea as healthy as ginger powder?

Ginger tea is a very delicious and very healthy beverage which is typically made by steeping fresh sliced ginger root in hot water, sometimes with other ingredients with medicinal and health properties such as lemon.

The tea is still healthy don’t get us wrong, but ginger tea is not as healthy as ginger powder. Far fewer nutrients from fresh sliced ginger can get into the water, which means you’ll consume fewer when you drink it.

Put simply, 1 tablespoon of organic ginger powder will stretch a lot further than a cup of ginger tea, again, due to the increased surface area and absorption rates of powdered ginger.

Is ginger good for reducing inflammation?

As we touched upon earlier when discussing the various health benefits of ginger, ginger is indeed a fantastic ingredient for anybody out there suffering with inflammation.

Inflammation, despite being a natural response in the body that is designed to protect us and help us, can actually be detrimental if we experience too much. Inflammation can lead to headaches, joint pain, swelling, sore joints, sore muscles, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses and diseases which have the potential to be fatal.

Ginger contains antioxidants and bioactive compounds, including gingerol, which have been found to prevent and manage inflammation in the body, making ginger a very impressive ingredient when it comes to treating inflammation and managing the various symptoms that go with it.

Is ginger good for losing weight?

Ginger is also a very useful ingredient for anybody out there who may be looking to lose weight.

Because ginger contains active ingredients which boost the metabolism and increase energy levels, it is automatically great for weight loss because the more calories we burn off, obviously the more weight we will lose.

Because ginger also helps to reduce blood insulin levels, not only does this make it great for blood sugar control, as insulin can also be a precursor for obesity, as well as being linked with obesity, ginger can assist with weight loss that way.

Ginger is not some miracle ingredient that will take you from fat to shredded alone, but if you do use it with a healthy exercise regime and balanced diet plan complete with caloric control, it is certainly an ingredient which will help you to lose that little bit more weight, which can really only be a good thing.

How long does ginger powder take to work?

If you’re looking to purchase ginger powder for health purposes, don’t expect the ginger to provide instant and noticeable health improvements in a matter of days, or even weeks.

Ginger is very healthy, but it doesn’t work miracles so don’t expect quick results. Generally speaking, in terms of how you feel and to some extent, how you look when taking ginger powder, you should notice results anything from 2 – 12 weeks on average.

How to use organic ginger powder?

As far as how to use ginger powder is concerned, you can simply add 1 level tablespoon to a glass of water, a smoothie, or even to savoury or sweet dishes such as soups, stews, curries, flapjacks, protein pancakes, muffins, and more besides.

The key to remember here is not to exceed the recommended dosage and to use the organic ginger powder as you have been instructed to do so on the packaging.

Organic ginger powder dosage

As mentioned, if you read the packaging on your organic ginger supplements, you will find that you receive clear and concise advice on how much ginger to consume each day for supplementary health purposes.

Although ginger consumed in large volumes has largely been found to be safe, health experts recommend that you consume approximately 5 g of ginger each day, which can include a combination of powder form or fresh ginger.

If you do happen to notice any adverse side effects when consuming powdered organic ginger, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice. As the saying goes, it is better to be safe than sorry.

Can I take a ginger shot on an empty stomach?

One of the best things about ginger powder is the fact that you can use it to make a ginger shot, which you simply mix with water and drink in one, just like a shot at a juice bar. However, some people add other healthy ingredients to their shots such as turmeric or black pepper extract.

People often wonder whether or not they can take ginger on an empty stomach or whether they should take it with food. Well, ginger has been found to stimulate the production of bile within the stomach, making it great for digestion. In order to speed up absorption rates, experts recommend that you drink your ginger shot on an empty stomach, as food in the stomach would slow the rates of digestion and absorption.

What does organic ginger powder taste like?

If you’ve never tasted ginger before, you really are missing out because ginger, either fresh or powdered, is an incredibly tasty and delicious spice.

Ginger has an earthy, spicy, fiery, and aromatic taste that lends itself very well to spicy dishes as well as sweet dishes. Ginger beer, ginger ale, garlic ginger paste, ginger biscuits, and other dishes containing fresh and/or powdered ginger all have a distinct fiery ginger taste that no other ingredient will match.

If you consume organic ginger powder, depending on how you consume it and what you consume it with, you should find that it too provides a very unique, earthy, fiery, and aromatic taste that no other ingredient out there seems to be able to provide.

Are there side effects with ginger powder?

Ginger is largely considered a safe and natural ingredient, mainly because it is found naturally in the wild and because it is found in so many different dishes, cuisines, medicines, and cultures from across the globe.

If consumed in excess however, a few possible side effects may include:

• Digestive troubles
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Heartburn
• Dizziness
• Sensitive mouth and tongue

Pregnant and breastfeeding women, be sure to first consult your doctor to ensure that ginger is indeed safe.

Can you take ginger and turmeric together?

Absolutely. If you eat Indian food for example, you will almost certainly find that your curry not only contains ginger, but also turmeric as well.

Ginger supplements when consumed in conjunction with turmeric supplements can provide heaps of health benefits, though again, be sure to speak to your doctor beforehand, just to be on the safe side.

Brand	Plain Nutrition Canada
Manufacturer	Plain Nutrition Canada
Item Type	Superfood Powder
Size	454 g (1 lb)

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