Best known as a trusted nausea remedy, ginger tea has a spicy and full-bodied flavor. It contains the antioxidant gingerol, which is the main bioactive disease-fighting compound found in ancient ginger root. Ginger also contains trace amounts of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B3 and B6, iron, potassium and vitamin C.
Ginger has been shown to boost the immune system and combat inflammation. A recent systematic review of ginger’s effects on human health supports its ability to help treat a range of ailments, such as gastrointestinal function, pain, inflammation, metabolic syndromes, and more.

• compounds in ginger — may help prevent degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. Oxidative stress and chronic inflammation may be key drivers of Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline

• may help relieve dysmenorrhea, also known as menstrual pain

• may help manage indigestion by speeding up the passage of food through the stomach

• ginger’s ability to influence weight loss may be due to certain mechanisms, such as its potential to reduce inflammation.

• while generally safe, it’s best to talk with a doctor before taking large amounts if you’re pregnant

• antimicrobial properties could make it useful for fighting bacterial and fungal infections