Ginger

Name (s) vulgar (s): ginger, white spice
Family: Zingiberaceae
Harvest period: January to December.


Properties

Ginger acts sedative on the stomach. This is why it reduces nausea and vomiting, for example in the event of sickness, of pregnancy or surgical procedures (1). Ginger also has virtues against biliary and pancreatic insufficiency (2), and rheumatism (external use) (3). Its rhizome contains analgesic substances that decrease fever.

WHO thus recognizes its use in the treatment of colds, flu and migraine headaches. The aqueous extract of the plant also allows to lower the rate of bad cholesterol, triglycerides, fatty acids, blood, phospholipids, and thus to combat cardiovascular disease (4).

Ginger: history

Ginger is part of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia for more than 2000 years. It was imported from Asia by the Greeks and Romans. It is now grown in India, China, Asia South-East, Africa and South America.

Ginger: How to recognize?

Ginger has a grey rhizome from which leave stems with long, pointed leaves. At the end of certain stems is a spur of red and yellow flowers. The plant can reach 1.30 metre in height.

Ginger: Parts used

The rhizome.

Dosage:Use internal

Against gastritis, nausea, vomiting, bile and pancreatic insufficiency

Powdered rhizome: 0.5 to 1.5 g per day. Or

Fluidextract: 0.6-1.8 g per day in a glass of water. Or

Mother tincture: 60-100 drops a day in a glass of water.

Externally : Against rheumatism

Cream powder rhizome or essential oil: in local application, 2 or 3 times a day.

In case of persistence of symptoms, consult a doctor.

Ginger: Precautions for use

Ginger is contraindicated in case of obstruction of the biliary tract (calculations) and among children under 6 years of age. Overdose can lead to important disorders of digestion. In case of pregnancy or nursing, consult a doctor or a pharmacist before any is taken.


Attention: The plants are not trivial remedies. Do not exceed the stated dose.

Posted by Medisite A la Une on Friday, 22 October 2010, at 00:00