Improve Digestion with Galangal Root Tea
Galangal Root - Alpinia officinarum Hance
Origin: Germany
Used part: Rhizome
Description:
Its name was designated by the Italian botanist prospero alpini. The herb is native to regions such as China, Southeast Asia and Indonesia. Hildegard de Bingen, a famous herbalist mystic, called the galangal plant a "seasoning of life", due to the medicinal properties of the plant that manages to keep several diseases distant.
The galangal belongs to the same family as the ginger, its flavor is slightly spicy, and its aroma is very pleasant. The plant can reach up to two meters in height, has white flowers slightly greenish with the ends in shades of dark red. Its leaves are broad with dark green tones. Its fruits are medium size, in the shape of red berries.
Health benefits:
Those who regularly eat galanga tea have a simpler and more natural digestion, without pain or discomfort. And in the case of problems like diarrhea, vomiting and gastritis, it will work by relieving the symptoms until, gradually, they will disappear. It should be noted that although it has many benefits, the galanga does not replace the medical consultation or the prescribed antibiotic. Take all your doubts to a trusted doctor and see if it is feasible to include this herb in your treatment. If the answer is yes, drink the galanga tea twice a day, regularly, and find out for yourself its many benefits.
To produce the effects of galangal tea it is necessary that the individual consumes two to three cups of tea per day. If the person is not diabetic it is recommended to sweeten the tea with honey. It is recommended that even if the person is feeling better, continue to ingest galangal tea for another three days in a row.
Tea is also recommended for people who seek to increase immunity, and can be consumed by any individual, preventing pain and diseases that return to the body. Tea helps to keep the body continuously healthy.
Good Herbal Remedy:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Bronchitis
- Candida
- Catarrh
- Cholera
- Dyspepsia
- Intestinal gases
- Indigestion
- Leukemia
- Malaria
- Nausea
- Colds
- Measles
- Hiccups
- Ulcers
Directions:
- Add 1 tablespoon of the herb (rhizome) to half a liter of boiling water for 15 minutes
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes
- Strain and is ready for use
How to Drink:
Drink 1 cup of tea 2 times a day.
Contraindications:
The alpinia should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women, since it can can cause abortion.