Children under 5 are suitable for eating ginger candy
Introduction to Ginger Candy:
Ginger candy is a delicious and popular Han Chinese dessert, originating from southern China. It is made by extracting ginger juice and mixing it with brown sugar. The ginger candy sold in supermarkets is mostly solid sugar blocks refined with high-quality starch. In the southern region, there are also ginger candy balls made with glutinous rice. Ginger has the effect of removing dampness and dispelling cold, and can alleviate the bitter taste in the mouth caused by dryness. Therefore, it is especially suitable for consumption in the humid climate of the southern region and during the rainy season in the northern region.
Nowadays, there are more and more ginger-related food products available in supermarkets, such as ginger candy, ginger tea, and ginger slices, most of which are beautifully packaged and can be consumed as snacks. Among them, ginger candy is the most popular.
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, ginger has a warm and pungent nature and enters the lung, stomach, and spleen meridians. Its main functions include promoting perspiration, dispelling cold, preventing nausea, and resolving phlegm. Regular consumption of ginger candy can help improve resistance and prevent colds caused by wind and cold.
However, ginger candy is not suitable for children under 5 to consume because it has a strong stimulating effect and can easily damage the oral cavity, esophagus, and gastric mucosa of children. Therefore, when parents buy snacks for their children, it is better not to choose foods that contain ginger.
Can children eat ginger candy? What are the benefits of eating ginger candy? Why can't children eat ginger candy?
What are the benefits of eating ginger candy?
1. Eating ginger candy can generate heat and resist cold weather;
2. Promotes metabolism;
3. Helps digestion;
4. Refreshes and prevents vomiting (prevents motion sickness);
5. Strengthens muscles and bones (beneficial for the elderly);
6. Relieves abdominal pain;
7. Expels phlegm and relieves cough;
8. Detoxifies and eliminates various toxins from the body, relieving organ pressure.
