Ginger root | Zingiber officinale | Organic
$4.00 – $34.90
Ginger is a popular spice, herbal remedy and cosmetic with a long history of use. Commission E in Germany has approved its use for dyspepsia, and this is corroborated by recent evidence that ginger reduces inflammation in the gut wall. (3)
The gingerols and shoagols are anti-inflammatory via COX-1 and COX-2 inhibition which reduce prostaglandins and thromboxanes. Inhibition of 5-LOX reduces leucotriene synthesis. (1)
Ginger is also a consistent antiemetic, acting on the receptor sites in the stomach itself. In pregnancy Ginger has been shown to be as effective as Dimenhydrinate. (1)
Topically ginger acts as a pain relief and anti-inflammatory.
A great review of the evidence to date can be found here. The strongest results were for anti-emetic activity, especially during pregnancy and benefits on the gut mucosa including improvement in the expression level of markers for colorectal cancer risk.
Anti-inflammatory effects in arthritis and period pain, in placebo controlled trials also feature highly.
Metabolic syndrome including Type 2 Diabetes also shows promise for treatment by Ginger root in reducing parameters associated with diabetes. (2)
- Fisher, C, 2009 Materia Medica of Western Herbs.
- Ginger on Human Health: A Comprehensive Systematic Review of 109 Randomized Controlled Trials. Nutrients. 2020 Jan; 12(1): 157. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7019938/
- Ginger relieves intestinal hypersensitivity of diarrhea predominant irritable bowel syndrome by inhibiting proinflammatory reaction. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies volume 20, Article number: 279. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7489045/
Additional information
| Ingredients | Dried Ginger root organic |
|---|---|
| Actions | Anti-emetic, Carminative, Circulatory stimulant, Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic, Spasmolytic |
| Constituents | Volatile oil – a-zingiberene, ar-curcumene, b-sesquiphellandrene, b-phellandrene, b-bisabolene, camphene, geranial, Arylkanones – gingerols – 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol, 10-gingerol, shogaols (dried), paradols, gingediols, gingediacetates, gingerdiones, gingerenones, zingerones, Phenylpropanoids – diarylheptanoids, Phenolic acids – syringic acid, gallic acid, cinnamic acid, vanillic acid, ferulic acid, Proteases – zingibain, Steroids, Starch, Indolic compounds – melatonin, tryptamine, serotonin, Flavonoids, Saponins, alkaloids, Lipids, Salicylate, Vitamins, Minerals |
| Contraindications | Ginger should be avoided for those on blood thinning medication unless prescribed by a health professional. This herb has GRAS rating {Generally Recognised as Safe}. Herbs should generally be avoided when pregnant or trying to conceive. Please consult with a qualified practitioner before self-prescribing. |
| Instructions | Steep or boil 1 teaspoon of herb for 5-10 minutes covered. Drink 1-3 times daily. |
| Size | 20 grams tea, 50 grams tea, 100 grams tea, 50 grams powder, 100 grams powder, 100 capsules |
| Country of origin | Ginger grows naturally in the Asia. This tea is organically grown and harvested in India. |
