Still underused in Western kitchens, ginger actually has a lot to offer when it comes to slimming benefits. It’s filling, draining, and it boosts our metabolism. A study from Maastricht University in the Netherlands showed that this wonder spice helps burn more fat. But did you know that ginger is also a great ally in the fight against cellulite? To make the most of its benefits, we’ve put together a few ginger recipes to help you eat well, slim down, and tackle cellulite effectively. Time to get cooking!
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What makes ginger so effective against cellulite?
Thermogenic effect
Ginger is indeed one of those foods known as thermogenic. It raises body temperature and stimulates the metabolism. A study from Maastricht University in the Netherlands highlighted its role as a natural fat burner. Ginger may also increase the number of calories our body burns. In practical terms, it helps your body break down ingested fats before they settle into cells and turn into unwanted dimples. It’s precisely this fat-burning effect that makes it such a powerful tool against cellulite.
Improves blood circulation
Another lesser-known benefit of ginger is its ability to stimulate blood circulation. Ginger contains chromium, magnesium, and zinc, all of which support healthy blood and lymphatic circulation. And better circulation means saying goodbye to heavy legs, swelling, and water-retention cellulite!
How to use ginger?
In cooking, ginger can be used in the form of dried powder, or you can also grate the fresh root.
Ginger works particularly well when used as an infusion, with lemon for its antioxidant effect and a touch of honey to balance its bitterness. Lemon also adds an anti-cellulite and detoxifying action. It’s a true three-in-one effect!
You can also use it as a body oil. Ginger essential oil has some interesting properties, as it helps eliminate toxins and reduce water retention. It also supports fat elimination to help refine the silhouette.
4 ginger recipes to fight cellulite
Green tea with ginger
Ideally, drink ginger-based beverages about thirty minutes before a meal to maximise the fat-burning, anti-cellulite, and appetite-suppressing effects!
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp green tea
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 slices of organic lemon
Method:
- Pour 50 cl of boiling water over your green tea in a teapot, then add the ginger, which you will have peeled and grated beforehand.
- Wash the lemon and add 2 slices to your cup.
- Steep for 5 minutes, then strain and serve. Add a little honey to soften the flavour.
Anti-cellulite smoothie
Ingredients:
- 3 slices of fresh pineapple
- 1 tbsp ginger
- Water, to taste
Method:
Peel and chop the pineapple. Place all the ingredients in a blender, blitz, and serve well chilled!
Trendy ginger carrots
Ingredients (serves 2):
- 500 g carrots
- 1 onion
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 20 cl coconut milk
- 2 cm fresh ginger
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 1 clove
- 1 chicken or beef stock cube
- 1 bunch of fresh coriander
- Black pepper
Method:
- Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks.
- Peel and finely slice the onion.
- Peel the garlic cloves and crush them with the flat of a knife.
- Peel the ginger and slice it finely.
- In a sauté pan, heat the oil and add the spices, cooking them for 4 minutes to bring out their flavour.
- Add the onion and ginger and gently sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add the carrots and stir to combine with the spices, then cook over medium heat for 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and coconut milk.
- Season with pepper and cook over medium heat for 25 minutes, stirring regularly. Ready to serve!
Marinated Tuna Poke Bowl
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Ingredients (serves 2):
- 2 tuna steaks
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 mango
- A small knob of fresh ginger
- Cold cooked rice
- 1 tsp gomasio
- A few sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 onion
- 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp turmeric
Method:
- Prepare the marinade: in a bowl, mix the sliced onion, crushed garlic, lemon juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, olive oil, and spices.
- Cut the tuna steaks into small cubes and toss them in the marinade. Slice the avocado and cut the mango into chunks. Grate the fresh ginger. Set everything aside.
- Warm the rice until it is just lukewarm. Mix the rice with the rice vinegar and a teaspoon of gomasio.
- Assemble your bowl: layer the rice, avocado slices, mango pieces, ginger, and marinated fish. Finish by sprinkling with sesame seeds. Enjoy!
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