1Fights germs
Ginger has long been used as a natural remedy to fight various ailments. Now, new research is showing that ginger may also be effective in fighting harmful bacteria and viruses.
A recent study found that ginger extract was able to kill several types of bacteria, including some that are resistant to antibiotics. The study’s authors believe that the compound responsible for this effect is gingerol, which has potent antibacterial and antiviral properties.