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01/5Combine ginger with this food to lose belly fat
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It is a common myth that adding ginger to the day-to-day diet during summers can lead to an upset stomach or cause diarrhea. There’s no denying that ginger has a warm potency, which may affect the digestive system and increase body heat, if consumed more than required. In fact, excessive consumption of anything can take a toll on overall health and reflect on your waistline. But can ginger melt down the excessive belly fat regardless of the hot scorching weather. Read on to find out!
02/5Can ginger actually melt down fat?
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Ginger biologically known as Zingiber officinale is a culinary spice of a flowering plant, which is a native to Southeast Asia. Extensively used for culinary as well as medicinal purposes, this hot spice has a warm potency, which can help in weight loss if consumed in the right way. In fact, the anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidant properties of ginger work well in melting down fat, reducing bloating, fixing constipation and improving digestion. However, one should not eat or drink more than 3-4 grams of ginger during the summer season. Apart from that, ginger has a compound called Gingerol which is an antioxidant and helps in repairing damaged cells and also prevents several types of cancers.
03/5Secret ingredient that can melt down belly fat with ginger?
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Whether you consume ginger tea or relish it raw by adding it to the salad, drinks or cooking it with your curries, ginger goes well with everything, but if you are trying to shed belly fat and lose weight, then pairing this spice herb with lemon can work wonders. This is because lemon is loaded with the goodness of vitamin c, citric acid and antioxidants to name a few, which combined with ginger can help lose weight quickly . As per a study and its 2017 review by the National Library of Medicine, it was observed that the active compounds -- Zingerone and Shogaols in ginger may help in weight loss.
04/5Here’s the right way to consume ginger
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There are several ways to combine the two to boost the weight loss process by improving the metabolic rate. Here are a few recipes, that are great for belly fat: Ginger drink: To make this quick detox drink, take 1 tablespoon grated ginger and combine with 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, mix it with 1 liter warm water. Shake it well and sip throughout the day.
05/5Easy ginger recipes to lose weight
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Ginger tea: Take 2 cups of water and add 1 teaspoon grated ginger. Boil the water and strain the drink, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix it well and drink post lunch, this will also reduce flatulence. Ginger Candies: This easy candy can be relished anytime, cut ginger into slightly thick pieces or small tiny cubes. Next, take a large bowl and add 1 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, 1 tablespoon of amchur powder, and rock salt. Whisk it well, soak the ginger cubes and allow it to sun dry and soak up the spices. Enjoy it as a remedy post lunch/dinner. Note: If you suffer from acid reflux or stomach ulcers, then its best to avoid including these remedies as it can aggravate the condition.
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