Hey sisters, are you often tormented by period pain? Those few days every month, with dull abdominal pain, lower back aches, and even affecting your work and quality of life? Don't worry, I'm going to share a warm and delicious secret weapon with you, so you can easily say goodbye to period pain and have a cozy period!
Uterine Warming Holy Grail: The Warm Power of Black Sugar Ginger Tea
When it comes to relieving period pain, black sugar ginger tea is definitely the top choice for many women. This long-standing traditional drink is not only heartwarming and stomach-warming, but also our best friend during our period.
Nutritional Value Revealed:
The main ingredients of black sugar ginger tea are black sugar and old ginger.
- Black Sugar: Rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium, which are all essential nutrients for women during their period. Iron helps replenish blood lost during menstruation and prevents anemia; calcium and magnesium help relax muscles and alleviate pain caused by uterine contractions.
- Old Ginger: Gingerol is the soul of old ginger, possessing the effects of warming the middle and dispelling cold, and promoting blood circulation to remove stasis. For women with a colder constitution who often have cold hands and feet, gingerol can effectively promote blood circulation, warm the uterus, and thus reduce period pain.
Peruvian Treasure: The Wonderful Effects of Gelatinized Red Maca
In addition to traditional black sugar ginger tea, today I want to introduce you to a superfood from Peru—Peruvian Gelatinized Red Maca. Perhaps some sisters are not yet familiar with it, but it has amazing performance in relieving period pain and balancing female hormones!
Nutritional Value Revealed:
Red maca is a root vegetable that grows in the high-altitude regions of the Andes Mountains, known as "Peruvian Ginseng." The "gelatinization" process removes starch from maca, making it easier for the body to absorb and utilize.
- Hormone Balance: Red maca is best known for its hormone-balancing effects. Many women's period pain issues are related to hormonal imbalance. Red maca does not directly supplement hormones but rather regulates the endocrine system, helping the body restore hormonal balance, thereby improving issues like period pain and irregular menstruation.
- Rich Nutrients: Red maca is rich in various vitamins (such as B complex, C, E), minerals (such as iron, zinc, calcium), amino acids, and plant sterols. These nutrients work together to help improve overall body function, boost immunity, and provide the energy needed during menstruation.
- Antioxidant: Red maca also contains abundant antioxidants, which help fight free radicals and protect cell health.
Delicious Secret:
Gelatinized red maca powder usually has a faint malty aroma and a delicate texture. I like to add it to black sugar ginger tea for brewing, or mix it into milk, soy milk, or oatmeal. It adds a unique aroma and nutrition to the drink without affecting its original deliciousness at all. Imagine, a warm cup of black sugar ginger maca drink, not only relieving period pain but also nourishing your body, isn't that wonderful?
DIY Warm Drink: Black Sugar Ginger Red Maca Drink
Now, let me teach you how to make this warm and delicious "Black Sugar Ginger Red Maca Drink":
Ingredients (you can buy a bag of Black Sugar Ginger):
- Old ginger: 3-5 slices
- Black sugar: appropriate amount (adjust sweetness to personal preference)
- Gelatinized red maca powder: 1-2 teaspoons
- Water: 500 ml
- Red dates/longan (optional): several pieces
Tips:
- It is recommended to start drinking a cup daily a few days before your period for better results.
- If period pain is severe, you can appropriately increase the amount of ginger.
- Gelatinized red maca powder should not be brewed with overly hot water to avoid destroying its nutritional components.
Conclusion
While period pain is a common struggle for many women, we don't have to suffer in silence. Through the warmth of black sugar ginger tea and the nourishment of Peruvian gelatinized red maca, we can regulate our bodies from the inside out, making our periods no longer a nightmare. This warm and delicious drink not only relieves period pain but also infuses our bodies with abundant energy and vitality.