Ginger is a very popular spice used in oriental and far eastern cuisines. Not only is it a spice, it is a very useful item in a detox diet. It has properties that are very helpful in cleansing the body of toxins. There are many ways it can be used in detoxing, including as a food, a bath additive, and a tea. Here are some ideas:
Ginger Bath: Add 3 or 4 tablespoons of dried ginger to a tepid bath ( not hot). Soak in it to promote perspiration, relieve tired achy muscles and to relieve congestion.
Ginger Cough Syrup: 1/4 tsp. Cayenne Pepper, 1/4 tsp Ginger, 1 Tbsp Honey, 1 Tbsp Vinegar, 2 Tbsp warm water. Mix all ingredients and use as often as necessary to relieve chest congestion.
Tea: Add three thin slices of Ginger to a cup of water that has been boiled. Steep for fifteen minutes. Drinking this tea while soaking in a Ginger bath will further the perspiration process to release toxins.
Ginger can be freshly grated or put through a garlic press and added to salads, soups and noodle dishes. Ginger's cleansing properties will aid in the detox process because ginger acts as cleansing agent in the kidneys and the bowel. It also stimulates the circulatory system and removes congestion from the sinus cavities. Because it acts as a digestive agent, it helps the body in digesting other foods for their nutrient value.
Adding ginger to the detox diet will enhance the body's ability to rid itself of toxins. It will also enhance the flavor of the foods that are eaten in the detox diet, which sometimes can seem bland.
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