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Home -> Shop By Store -> GingerGingerOther Common Names:Black ginger, Canton ginger, Cochin ginger, Common ginger, Gingembre, Imber, Jamaican ginger, Zingiber officinale Ginger: Ginger is an erect perennial herb with an aromatic, knotty rootstock that's thick, fibrous and whitish or buff-colored in appearance. The plant reaches a height of 3-4 feet, the leaves growing 6-12 inches long. Ginger is extensively, cultivated in the tropics (i.e., India, China, Haiti and Nigeria), especially in Jamaica. People frequently subject to blood clots are generally prescribed oral anti- coagulants to help keep their blood relatively thin. One of the most commonly used drugs for this is warfarin sodium (better known as coumadin). Unfortunately, it's also used as a potent rat poison and can lead to serious internal hemorrhaging over an extended period of time. Ginger root is an ideal replacement for such synthetic blood thinners. An average of two capsules twice daily in between meals appears to have helped a small number of those with such problems. Nothing seems to work quite like a hot ginger compress on muscular aches and pains, joint stiffness, abdominal cramps, kidney stone attacks, stiff neck, neuralgia, toothache, bladder inflammation, prostatitis and extreme body tension. But keep in mind that as wonderful a remedy as it is, time, considerable effort, patience and a certain change in lifestyle are all required in order to make it totally successful. Ginger is a popular seasoning for foods in many different cuisines. In China and Southeast Asia where it probably originated, it has also been put to a range of medicinal purposes. Ginger is considered good for the digestion and beneficial against congestion. One of our favorite home remedies for colds is a cup of ginger tea: Peel a piece of fresh ginger root about the size of your thumb and grate it into a cup. Pour boiling water over it and steep for five minutes. Strain the liquid into another cup, sweeten to taste with honey, and enjoy the spicy flavor. It does make one feel better, at least for an hour or two. More research has been conducted on the ability of ginger to prevent motion sickness than on any other aspect of its use. The part of the plant used is the rhizome ("root"). The primary active ingredients in ginger are the "pungent principles" that give the plant its special aroma and flavor. These are gingerols and shogaols, gingerdiones and zingerone. The composition of the volatile oil differs in roots from different locations, however. Zingiberene, ar-curcumene, and bisabolene usually predominate, but gingers from Australia and Japan contain more geranial (citral a) and neral (citral b), with the Australian ginger also carrying camphor and B-phellandrene. Ginger has been studied for its ability to prevent nausea and vomiting in other situations. In two separate investigations of women undergoing gynecological surgery, ginger given before the operation reduced postoperative nausea significantly compared to placebo. The prescription drug metoclopramide was equivalent to ginger in effectiveness. This property may explain the popularity of ginger ale as a home remedy for nausea in America decades ago, when the beverage actually contained more than trace amounts of ginger. If you can find real ginger ale, 12 ounces is enough to prevent motion sickness and presumably may help ease nausea from other causes as well. Ginger has also been used in folk medicine for indigestion and to pep up the appetite and get saliva flowing. Ginger is reputed to prevent flatulence if included in a meal, such as beans, that might cause gas. In animal studies, shogaol increases the activity of the digestive tract when it is given by mouth. Extracts containing shogaol and the gingerols can make animal's hearts beat more strongly (cardiotonic) and reduce pain and fever. Animal studies also show that these compounds can suppress coughs. Ginger is known to block to some extent the manufacture of prostaglandins in the body. Ginger is reputed to lower cholesterol and keep blood platelets from clumping together. In addition, a closely related herb Ginger is useful: Digestive problems Ginger is an excellent remedy for many digestive complaints, such as indigestion, nausea, gas, and colic. Ginger relieves motion sickness and morning sickness. Ginger's antiseptic qualities also make it highly beneficial for gastro-intestinal infections, including some types of food poisoning. Circulatory stimulant Ginger stimulates the circulation, and helps blood to flow to the surface, making it an important remedy for chilblains and poor circulation to the hands and feet. By improving the circulation, ginger helps high blood pressure. Ginger also increases sweating and helps reduce body temperature in fevers. Respiratory conditions Ginger is warming and soothing for coughs, colds, flu, and other respiratory problems. Chinese herb Fresh and dried ginger are different remedies in China. Fresh ginger is given for fever, headaches, and aching muscles. Dried ginger is used for "internal cold," with symptoms such as cold hands, a weak pulse, and a pale complexion. Other Uses Lymphedema, Strep Throat, Tennis elbow, Viral infection. Side Effects: Side effects of ginger are rare when used as recommended. However, some people may be sensitive to the taste or may experience heartburn. Persons with a history of gallstones should consult a nutritionally oriented doctor before using ginger. Short-term use of ginger for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy appears to pose no safety problems; however, long-term use during pregnancy is not recommended. A doctor should be informed if ginger is used before surgery to counteract possible post anesthesia nausea |
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