Ginger
Introduction[Top] Ginger is also known as Zingiber officinale. It is actually the underground stem of the zingiber-plant. It is regularly used for medicinal and cooking purposes. What zingiber is used for[Top] Zingiber has been used in Japanese, ayurvedic medicine and traditional chinese medicine to treat diarrhea, stomach aches and nausea for many years. In the U.S many flu and cold, anti nausea and digestive dietary supplements have zingiber extract as a ingredient. It is employed to ease post surgery nausea, motion sickness, pregnancy, as well as chemotherapy. Zingiber has been employed for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle, and joint pain. I have used Zingiber all my life, if I feel nauseous or have a stomachache it is the first thing I reach for. How zingiber is used[Top] Zingiber underground stems are employed for health purposes and cooking. Forms of zingiber include dried or fresh root, capsules, tablets, teas and liquid extracts. In Burma, it is boiled together with Htan nyat (a sweetener created out of palm tree juice) and drunk for flu prevention In China, it is sliced and cooked in water which is sweetened or in a cola and used to combat a cold. In the Congo, it is squashed and mixed together with sap from the mango tree to create a medicinal drink. Science Says[Top] Early studies suggest that zingiber might lower cholesterol as well as help prevent blood clotting. More research is needed in this area Laboratory studies have shown that components within ginger might have anticancer properties. Additional research is necessary to decide the effects of zingiber on a range of cancers in humans. Some studies suggest short-term usage of zingiber can safely relieve vomiting as well as pregnant related nausea. Cautions and side effects[Top] Zingiber has few side effects when taken in little doses. Side effects reported include are bloating, heartburn, nausea and gas. These effects are usually associated with powdered zingiber. Back to natural healing home page
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