Ginger
As a medicine ginger is used in the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting, especially during pregnancy.
Ginger root (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) has been used for centuries as a medicine and as a food. As a medicine ginger is used in the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting, especially during pregnancy. This root has anti-emetic, anti-inflammatory and gastrointestinal effects. As an anti-inflammatory agent, ginger is used for arthritis.
Ginger benefits
Ginger root has antibiotic properties and act as an expectorant. It can help when there is mucus problem. For example it can help to relieve lungs of mucus or the sinus cavities.
- Stimulates appetite
- Acts as a digestive aid (reduces colic, gastrointestinal spasms)
- Used in treatment of dyspepsia
- Ginger cream (external use) is used for mastitis
- Ginger is used to prevent and treat migraine headache
- Excellent remedy for sore throats, colds and coughs
Good to know: it is possible to have adverse reactions such as heartburn and bloating.
Please note: people with gallstones or gastric ulcers should use ginger with caution.
Did you know: some believe that by planting and growing the whole ginger roots will attract money.
Key words: Ginger, Ginger root
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