Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
Habitat: Native to Asia, grown throughout the tropics. Cultivated elsewhere.
Parts Used: Rhizome
- Antiemetic
- Carminative
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiseptic
- Antispasmodic
- Rubefacient
- Diaphoretic
- Emmenagogue
Traditional Uses:
- Motion sickness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Appetite stimulant
- Indigestion
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Increase sweating
- Fever
- Cough
- Colds/Flu
- Headaches
- Muscle aches
Contraindications: Do not use during pregnancy without the assistance of a trained medical professional. Discuss use with a doctor or trained medical professional if taking prescription medication.
Preparations:
- Tea
- Tincture
- Infused oil
- Salve
- Poultice
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