Ginger contains gingerol and shogaol - two active ingredients that help dilate peripheral vessels, increase blood circulation to the liver.
When the liver is fully provided with oxygen and nutrients, the rate of detoxification (phase I and phase II detoxification) occurs more effectively.
A study in the Journal of Hepatic Medicine said that people who drink warm ginger tea once a day for 4 weeks improve blood flow to the liver by 12% and reduce ALT enzyme by 9%.
The warmth of ginger is especially suitable for the cold season, when blood vessels constrict and the natural metabolic rate decreases.
Whole honey contains more than 30 polyphenols, notably quercetin, galangin and chrysrain, substances that have the ability to strongly reduce oxidative stress. oxidative stress is considered a fundamental factor that causes liver cells to degenerate faster.
According to a report by the Journal of Functional Foods, drinking 15-20 ml of honey in warm water per day helps reduce the lipid oxidation index (MDA) in the liver by 18%, while improving the activity of the glutathione-S-transferase (GST) detoxification enzyme - an important shield of the liver.
Many studies by the European Society for Clinical Nutrition show that vitamin C and citrate in lemons contribute:
Lightly alkalinizes the body environment, reduces fat accumulation in the liver
Increased glutathione synthesis - a highly detoxifying molecular
Improve liver function in people with fatty liver at an early stage.
When combined with the warm taste of ginger and the antioxidant properties of honey, lemon helps complete the "third layer" to support the liver to function optimally in cold air conditions.
Cold temperatures slow down your metabolism and slow down the excretion of toxins. Warm drinks help increase body heat, stimulate blood circulation, speed up the activity of liver enzymes, support digestion, reduce bloating - a factor that causes the liver to be "overloaded".
This is also the reason why experts recommend prioritizing warm drinks in the morning or evening in winter.
Warm drink from lemon honey ginger is a liver support method that is very suitable for the cold season. The combination of anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and increased blood circulation brings clear biological effects.
Each time you drink, you should add 3-5 slices of fresh ginger with 200-250 ml of warm water 60-70°C. 1-2 tablespoons pure honey and 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice.
