Water with ginger: The healthy drink curbing your hunger cravings
12 July 2024 16:48
Getting rid of extra pounds is not a bed of roses. The constant desire to snack is troublesome and often seems impossible to control. However, you can help your chances by drinking some water with ginger after a meal. Why this combination? Let us explain.
Many of us struggle with continuous snacking. This habit often leads to being overweight, the appearance of love handles, and a belly bulge. If we are not full from our lunch—or if we are, but the feeling does not last very long—we can be sure that soon, even before dinner or an afternoon snack appears on the table, we will reach for something "innocent" to munch on.
If you also fall into this frequent pattern, you are likely looking for ways to ensure longer-lasting feelings of fullness after eating. Fortunately, there are a few tried and true "tricks" for this. One of them is to drink some water with ginger. This combination turns out to be exceptionally effective in this context.
Water with ginger: Many benefits in one glass
Drinking a glass of ginger water provides the body with a multitude of health benefits. We supplement our diet with vitamins A, B, E, K, and C, folic acid and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. Additionally, ginger has antiviral and antibacterial properties, which are useful during the constant cold season.
The most interesting effect of water with ginger is its impact on weight loss. This drink stimulates the metabolism, positively affects the digestive system, and—most importantly—reduces appetite and extends the feeling of fullness. Drinking a glass of this infusion helps us avoid hunger pangs. It is also worth mentioning that ginger influences thermogenesis, the burning of fat tissue.
Water with ginger: How to prepare it?
Preparing water with ginger will take you just a few moments. Here is how you do it: First, wash the ginger root and then peel it with a teaspoon. Now, cut the ginger into strips or cubes, place it in a container, and pour hot water over it. Steep for a few minutes under a cover. When the water cools, strain it and add your favourite additions: honey and lemon work great.
