it's always like that, sick? drink ginger ale. what gives?
2007-02-04 07:56:44 · 8 answers · asked by tony b 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Because the 'herb' ginger has been proven and used for centuries by the Chinese to soothe and calm stomach upsetness.
2007-02-04 07:59:56 · answer #1 · answered by Dfirefox 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ginger root itself has healing properties, and can be used for anything from a sore throat to an upset stomach. The ginger ale puts that in a nice, easy to drink, soft-drink form.
2016-03-29 04:50:29 · answer #2 · answered by Whitney 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you are sick, you are always instructed to drink plenty of fluids. Ginger root has been known to soothe upset stomachs. Carbonated drinks also help some stomach aches. I think that that's why people suggest that you drink it when you feel sick.
2007-02-04 08:01:34 · answer #3 · answered by Shibi 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ginger has long been used to combat nausea. Plus the bubbles help settle your stomach.
2007-02-04 08:00:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ginger soothes your stomach. It's even better for you if you drink it flat.
2007-02-04 08:05:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ginger's easy on the stomach
2007-02-04 08:21:55 · answer #6 · answered by Gugie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ginger ale and 7up usually. believe its because of the sugar content in the others that will keep your stomach upset....This is what I was told...whether its the truth or not, I really dont know....
2007-02-04 08:00:50 · answer #7 · answered by The Emperor of Ecstasy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was once told that it was because there was potassium or something like that that re hydrates you. Apparently 7up does the same.
2007-02-04 08:05:29 · answer #8 · answered by bob c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋