Ginger is valued because of such beneficial properties proven by scientists as prevention and treatment of acute respiratory viral infections, strengthening the immune system, improving digestion, and promoting weight loss. The plant is consumed fresh, dried, in the form of a dry powder. From the article you will learn the purpose for which to use dry ginger in cooking, cosmetology and traditional medicine, as well as who should not use it.

Dry ground ginger

The drying process of ginger root has little effect on its composition and beneficial effects for the human body, but it allows you to save this product for a long time and use it for cooking a variety of dishes and remedies for two years.

There are several ways to dry a root at home:

• in the oven;
• in the dryer;
• in vivo.

When choosing the first option, you need to cut the root into thin slices and spread them on a baking sheet covered with parchment. Dry at + 50 ° C and the door open for 2.5 hours, then raise the temperature to + 70 ° C and dry for another 3-5 hours.

In the second embodiment, ginger cut into thin slices is placed in the dryer tray and the temperature is set at + 60 ° C. The duration of the procedure is from 6 to 9 hours. In vivo, ginger will dry for several weeks. It must be placed on the grill, covered with gauze and put under a canopy or in a well-ventilated place where there is no exposure to sunlight.

Ginger slices periodically need to be turned over to achieve uniform drying. After drying, the product should be crushed in a mortar, using a manual or mechanical coffee grinder, spice mill.

Did you know? One of the first who made a description of the healing effects of ginger is the famous Persian encyclopedist scientist and doctor Avicenna (980-1037 CE). As a result of many years of research, modern scientists have proven most of the described properties.

Chemical properties

During drying, the calorie content of ginger increases significantly. 100 g of dried root contain 335 kcal, while the fresh product is only 80. Protein in the dried rhizome is 9 g / 100 g, fat is 4.2 g, carbohydrates are 57.5 g.

The composition of dry ginger root contains vitamins A, group B (1, 2, 4, 6, 9), C, K, and PP. It is rich in potassium (52.8% / 100 g of the daily norm), magnesium (53.5%), phosphorus (21%), iron (110%), manganese (1665%), copper (48%), selenium ( 101.5%), zinc (30.5%). It also contains amino acids, sugars, phytosterols.

• Due to its rich chemical composition, the dried product has the following beneficial effects on human health:
• the establishment of the digestive system;
• laxative and diuretic actions;
• increased energy and heat production;
• contributing to the strengthening of the immune system;
• establishment of the activity of the heart and blood vessels;
• blood thinning;
• body cleansing;
• improvement of brain activity;
• metabolic acceleration;
• improving the condition of hair and skin.

Along with beneficial effects, spice can be harmful - irritate the mucous membrane of the digestive organs and oral cavity.

Taste and external characteristics

Dried ground root looks like a powdery powder of gray-yellow or milky color. What is his appearance, you can see in the photo. His taste is spicy, spicy with bitterness. It is slightly different from fresh. The aroma is sharp, fresh.

The use of dry ginger

The use of dried root is common in cuisines of different nations, in the cosmetology sphere and in folk treatment recipes.

In cooking

As a seasoning, dry ginger is added to meat, fish, vegetable, liquid dishes, salads, desserts, cereals, cheese. It is also used in the preparation of baked goods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, honey, sauces, marinades. In food that is cooked, the powder should be placed 15 minutes before cooking, in the dough - at the kneading stage, in drinks - as soon as they are ready.

When added to dishes, it is important not to overdo it with ginger, so as not to spoil the taste. In 1 kg of meat, fish, dough, it is recommended to add no more than 1 g, in desserts - no more than 2 mg.

In cosmetology

For cosmetic purposes, dry ginger is used to rejuvenate, lose weight, improve skin and hair. Masks, scrubs, creams are made from it, used for therapeutic wraps. Among the popular cosmetic recipes should be called a moisturizing face mask.

It is prepared as follows:

1. Combine in a ratio of 2 to 1 honey and ginger powder.
2. Mix.
3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. The mixture is applied to the face for 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water.

Those who have split ends of their hair will undoubtedly benefit from a mask of honey (1 tbsp. L.), Ginger powder (1 tbsp. L.) And egg yolk (1 pc.). It should be applied to the hair along the entire length, then wrap your head with a film and a towel. The duration of the procedure is 30 minutes.

Video: mask for hair growth

Flushing should be done with warm water. Owners of too oily hair can use ginger scrub made from powder (1 tbsp. L.), Sesame oil (2 tbsp. L.). The product must be rubbed into the scalp with massage movements. Rinse off after 30 minutes.

One of the great ways to remove fat from the abdomen, sides and thighs are wrapping. For them, combine white and blue clay in the amount of 1 cup. 5 g of dry ginger powder, a couple of drops of grapefruit oil, cream with high fat content are added to them.

The mixture is applied to areas in need of weight loss, wrapped with a film on top. The recommended duration of such a cosmetic procedure is 20 minutes. Then you should take a shower and wash the mixture from the body.

In folk medicine

In folk medicine, there are many recipes with such an ingredient as dry ginger. Most often, this substance is recommended to be used for general strengthening of the body, for the quickest recovery from SARS, to relieve pain, relax, and improve the activity of the genitourinary system.

As an immunostimulant

To strengthen the immune system, it is advised to drink ginger tea. There are several recipes for making this healthy drink. We present you the most common. In a dry and heated teapot, place 2 tbsp. l powder and 3 tbsp. green tea, pour 1 liter of freshly boiled water.

Insist 15-20 minutes. Add lemon and honey to taste. To drink during the day for a month, it is better between meals. Ginger-lemon mixture has powerful immunomodulating properties.

Prepare a restorative agent as follows:

1. Grind lemons with peel (4 pcs.) And dried ginger (200 g) in a blender.
2. Add honey.
3. Insist a couple of hours.
4. Take 3 hours a day or add to tea. Keep this mixture in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Important! Tea is recommended to drink no more than 2 liters per day. You can not drink it before bedtime, as it tones. You should also drink only a fresh drink.

As an anesthetic and relaxing agent

To relax and anesthetize, you can take a bath with the addition of ginger powder. First, 4 hours of ginger powder should be diluted in 0.5 liters of warm water, boiled and boiled for 12 minutes. This broth must be poured into the bath. The duration of the procedure should not exceed 20 minutes.

Compresses of 2 parts of powder, 1 part of turmeric, 0.5 parts of chili help to relieve back pain. These components must be mixed with a small amount of warm water to make pulp, and add hot sesame or mustard oil. The mixture is applied to natural tissue and applied to a sore spot for 30 minutes.

Cold

A mixture of powder with milk helps to quickly overcome and recover from a cold. You need 1 teaspoon of powder to pour 0.5 liters of hot milk. Drink 3 tbsp. three times a day until symptoms disappear. Ginger tincture also effectively fights with ARVI. It is prepared from 100 g of powder and 1 liter of vodka. The mixture is insisted in a dark place for 2 weeks. They drink 1 hour on an empty stomach twice a day, diluting in 0.5 tbsp. water.

Did you know? In ancient tombs in China, bags of ground ginger were discovered. The Chinese believed that the aroma of this plant could scare away evil spirits.

For joint treatment

When joints hurt, apply compresses. For them, prepare a mixture of turmeric (0.5 tsp), hot pepper (1 pinch), ginger powder (1 tsp), mustard oil (4-5 drops), hot water (1 tbsp. Cooked the gruel is applied to gauze or tissue and applied to the painful joint, and wrapped in a downy scarf on top.The duration of the procedure is 30 minutes.

For women's health

Ginger is recommended for women suffering from premenstrual syndrome. Ginger products can relieve abdominal pain, eliminate cramping and irritability. Dry powder in an amount of 10 g is mixed with 20 g of dried and chopped nettles, and then pour 0.5 l of boiling water and insist 15 minutes. They drink the drug 100 ml three times a day, pre-filtering it.

For men's health

Ginger will be beneficial for men as it enhances potency and prevents cancers of the genital area. Dry ginger is used to make an infusion. In a thermos, you need to mix 2 tbsp. powder, juice of one lemon and 1.5 liters of boiling water. Duration of infusion is 30 minutes. Then add 1 teaspoon of honey. Take 1 hour after a meal.

Contraindications for the use of dry ginger

There are a number of contraindications to the use of seasoning. Dried root should not be used at elevated temperatures and bleeding, people who have serious problems with the digestive organs, children under two years old, pregnant women, lactating women.

Use for children

As already mentioned, children under two years of age should not be given ginger in any form. After two years, it is advisable to use a fresh root for the prevention and treatment of children. You can make tea and decoction from the dry extract.

So, dry ginger is a very useful product, which is desirable to introduce into the diet. It can also be included in additional therapy of various diseases. Before use, you should make sure that you are not on the list of people to whom it is contraindicated.