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Traditional Uses
has a long history of medicinal use in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine.
Since ancient times, ginger has also been used to help treat arthritis, colic, diarrhea, and heart conditions.
Research
Modern research confirms its effectiveness in relieving the symptoms of nausea, vomiting, indigestion, flatulence and dizziness.
Several studies suggest that ginger may be more effective than placebo in reducing symptoms associated with motion sickness. Given the safety of ginger, however, many people find it a welcome alternative to medications if it relieves their motion sickness.
At least two studies have found that ginger is more effective than placebo in relieving nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.
Current uses
Today, ginger root is widely used as a digestive aid for mild stomach upset and is commonly recommended by professional herbalists to help prevent or treat nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness, pregnancy.
Working mainly in the digestive tract, Zinziber boosts digestive fluids and neutralises acids, making it an effective alternative to anti-nausea medication, but without the usual unpleasant side effects.
Zinziber has strong anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties and is also used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory diseases
Many herbalists today use ginger to help treat health problems associated with inflammation, such as arthritis, bronchitis, and ulcerative colitis.
Ginger products are made from fresh or dried ginger root, or from steam distillation of the oil in the root. The herb is available in extracts, tinctures, capsules, and oils. Fresh ginger root can also be purchased and prepared as a tea.
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Ginger is safe and easily available. There is some evidence that it is an effective antiemetic.
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Precautions and side effects (refer also to statements below)
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) gives fresh ginger root a class 1 safety rating, indicating that it is a safe herb with a wide dosage range.
Side effects associated with ginger are rare, but if taken in excessive doses the herb may cause mild heartburn. The AHPA gives dried ginger root a class 2b rating, indicating that it should not be used during pregnancy. (Note: fresh ginger root is safe to use during pregnancy, but dried ginger root is not.)
People with gallstones should consult a physician before taking ginger.
Although ginger may interfere with blood clotting, there have been no scientific or case reports of interactions between ginger and blood-thinning medications. However, people taking these medications with ginger should be monitored closely by a healthcare practitioner for risk of bleeding.
Ginger in high doses have an effect on blood sugar levels and care should be exercised in taken in conjunction with Panax Ginseng, Diamana or Fenugreek. Consult your licenced naturopath if in doubt.
Ginger should not be used by children under 2 years of age.
