GINGER Extract
Zingiber officinale and
Asarum canadense
Properties:
Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic,
emetic, sialagogue, stimulant.
Parts Used: Rhizome.
Historical Uses:
Ginger has been used as a seasoning and has played an important
role in Chinese, Indian, and Japanese medicine. Fluid extracts
of Ginger have been employed since the 1500s for the treatment
of gastrointestinal distress.
Ginger has acquired a long-standing and valid reputation as a
digestive aid.
Ginger has served in the treatment of atonic dyspepsia
and flatulent colic. Its effectiveness has long
been recognized not only for indigestion but also in preventing
the symptoms of motion sickness.
Contraindications:
Ginger should be avoided by individuals suffering from skin disease.
Adverse reactions:
Avoid excessive consumption.
Ginger can promote menstruation.
Dosage: 1 to 40 drops as needed.
For flatulence, 40 to 80 drops in one cup of water.
