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Simple Herbal Extracts | Ginger

Name	Ginger
Botanical Name	Zingiber officinale
Part Used	Rhizome
Contraindications	None*
Traditional Information*	Ginger increases circulation of blood and qi, improves digestion (stimulates HCL) and is useful for nausea, gas, and motion sickness. This spicy herb is also an anti-inflammatory, expectorant, and a diaphoretic. Its anti-inflammatory activity makes it useful for cold/damp osteoarthritis, its warming qualities enhance its effects on impaired peripheral circulation, Reynaud’s Syndrome, and cold/damp lung conditions.

Herbal Therapeutics Research Library, David Winston (RH) AHG

*Disclaimer: The information on historical, ethnobotanical and phytotherapeutic uses of herbs and traditional formulas contained herein is based on the experience and research of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the direction of a health care professional. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the information discussed. Should you have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any preparation mentioned, the author strongly suggests consulting a professional health care advisor.