Scientists confirm the effect of ginger and garlic on prolonging life

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Scientists state that consumption of ginger and garlic helps to suppress inflammation, the development of which in the body is one of the key factors of its aging.

Aging is characterized by the deterioration of the physiological functions of the human body and is associated with a predisposition to certain diseases: cardiovascular, neurological, cancer, diseases, metabolic disorders. Oxidative stress and inflammation contribute to the progression of aging. Meanwhile, the consumption of ginger and garlic helps resist these processes.

Garlic.The life-prolonging effect associated with garlic consumption is due to improved bowel function, according to results presented at the Yakult Research Conference on Aging in Tokyo. Scientists associate the benefits of the spicy vegetable for the intestines with the large amount of natural fibers contained in garlic that promote the development of “good” bacteria. These microorganisms fight against harmful intestinal bacteria that secrete toxins that can affect the occurrence of cancer, dementia, obesity, and mental illnesses.

Ginger.The U.S. National Library of Medicine has published data confirming ginger's ability to improve cardiovascular health: it lowers triglycerides and “bad” low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.

Also, Express reports, evidence that ginger can suppress and regulate some pathological processes, including neurodegenerative diseases and diseases associated with metabolic disorders (diabetes, obesity).

Ginger and garlic. Research results , testify to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that protect against accelerated aging.

“Previous work has already shown that consuming garlic increases the level of internal antioxidants, such as glutathione, which reduces oxidative stress in the body. In its turn, ginger also has an anti-inflammatory effect, and these qualities are closely related to the mechanism of slowing down aging”, – postulate scientific experts.

Scientists explain the effect of ginger and garlic on prolonging life by the content of a large number of biologically active compounds.