A spice that can protect against cancer and increase life expectancy

According to research, consumption of certain spices can help increase life expectancy. Scientists call ginger the key to a long and prosperous life.

The US National Library of Medicine published a research report, the authors of which studied the effect of ginger on lipid levels. The trials involved 45 patients in the ginger group and 40 patients in the placebo group. As a result, it was established that the use of this spice can produce significant positive changes in the levels of triglycerides and cholesterol. Participants who were given it showed a significant reduction in triglycerides, cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL).

Many scientists believe that ginger is one of the most ancient herbal remedies used by mankind. Since ancient times, Chinese doctors have regularly drunk ginger tea to maintain vitality and increase life expectancy. This spice is rich in antioxidants, compounds that can prevent oxidative stress that damages our body's DNA.

“The antioxidant compounds of ginger help the body fight against chronic diseases of the heart and lungs, high blood pressure. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to which the processes of blood clot formation are prevented, pain is relieved, and swelling is relieved. It can be especially useful in the treatment of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis,” the doctors said.

Ginger's ability to increase life expectancy is also associated with its proven ability to protect against various forms of cancer. Some studies have found that bioactive molecules in spices can slow the growth of some types of tumors by reducing the amount of pro-inflammatory signaling compounds. These anti-cancer properties are explained by the presence of the substance 6-gingerol, which raw ginger contains in large quantities. According to the available data, the spice can protect against cancer of the rectum, stomach, ovaries, liver, skin, breast, and prostate.

In addition, its consumption supports the activity of the immune system, which can also increase life expectancy. The specific chemical compounds of fresh ginger can restrain the spread of viruses, help the body protect itself from microbes – they are especially good at stopping the growth of Escherichia coli and Shigella.