Ginger Root

Nausea and Vomiting: Ginger shows consistent support for alleviating nausea and vomiting, particularly in pregnancy, motion sickness, and post-anesthesia. (Anh NH) Some claim that ginger is the best-known therapeutic herb for motion sickness. (Hoffman, D.)

Increases Circulation: Ginger clears feelings of cold in general and fresh ginger increases peripheral circulation and increased vasodilation. Fresh ginger is more active on the peripherals whereas dried ginger is centrally stimulating and warming. (Pole, S.)

Gastrointestinal Function: Ginger appears to have a beneficial effect on digestive function, reducing gastric emptying time and dysrhythmia. It has been used in Ayurvedic medicine as an aid in warming the digestive tract & eliminating toxins. Ginger increases ‘agni’ or digestive fire and increases the excretion of digestive enzymes. (Pole, S.)

Pain Relief: Studies report that ginger can relieve inflammatory pain, including primary dysmenorrhea, and may have comparable effectiveness to medications like ibuprofen.

Inflammation: Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties, which may help with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis due to dual inhibition of cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase. (Hoffman, D.)

Lungs: Clears phlegm and clear/white mucus in coughs and colds. (Pole, S.)

Metabolic Syndromes: Ginger has shown potential benefits in improving blood biochemical parameters and lipid profiles, which may reduce cardiovascular disease risks. (Anh NH) Ginger is known to help reduce platelet aggregation. (Hoffman, D.)

Cancer Prevention: Some evidence suggests ginger may help reduce markers associated with colorectal cancer risk, but more research is needed. (Anh NH)

Gynaecology: Hot tea made with fresh ginger can regulate and reduce pain from menstrual cramps in the lower abdomen area. (Pole, S.)