Ginger Scientific Name
Zingiber officinale
Ginger Other Names
English: Ginger
Hindi: Adarakh
Hindi: Adarakh
What is Ginger?
Ginger is a herb that comes from the roots of the plant. Originally from China, Japan and India, it is now grown in South America, Africa and Middle east.
Apart from being a flavoring agent in food and beverages, Ginger is packed with nutraceutical properties. The active chemical in Ginger known as Gingerol is a phenolic compound, found to be effective in reducing nausea and inflammation. Gingerol helps in fighting flu, throat infections, aids digestion and helps in losing weight. It has shown to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics and improve overall heart health.
Common forms of Ginger
Dry Powder, Tablet, Capsules
Ginger is commonly used for:
- Addictions
- Appetite Low
- Acidity and Heartburn
- Angina (angina pectoris)
- Breastfeeding Problems
- Depression
- Neuralgia
- Sore Throat
- Sinus Problems (Sinusitis)
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Thrush
- Menstrual cramps
- Boils
- Rheumatism
- Canker Sores
- Colds and Flu
- Cough
- Cellulite
- Smoking
- Jet Lag
- Laryngitis
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Morning Sickness
- Influenza
- Flatulence
- Fever
- Urinary Tract infection (Cystitis)
- Muscle Cramps and Spasms
- Mananging high cholesterol
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Morning Sickness (Hyperemesis gravidarum)
- Swelling (Edema) During Pregnancy
Ginger Dosage
Powder: ¼ -½ teaspoon twice a day.
Capsule: 1-2 capsules twice a day.
Tablet: 1-2 tablets twice a day.
Capsule: 1-2 capsules twice a day.
Tablet: 1-2 tablets twice a day.
Ginger Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects:
Heartburn, Diarrhoea, Burping and stomach discomfort.
Not so common side-effect: Menstrual bleeding was reported by some women who consumed Ginger.
Pregnant and nursing mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
Not so common side-effect: Menstrual bleeding was reported by some women who consumed Ginger.
Pregnant and nursing mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
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Check out the Recipes that use Ginger
Amalaki (Amla) Panna | Red Lentil Lemongrass Soup | Moon Milk | Coconut Chutney | Cilantro (Coriander) Mint Chutney | Golden Milk (Masala Turmeric milk) | Coconut-Ginger Tea (Chai) | Golden Soup | Carrot and Ginger Pickle | Green Gram Soup | Tangy Tex-Mex Salad | Simple Yellow Dal (Lentils) | Immunity Booster Kadha (Decoction) | Kadhi (Takra or Seasoned Buttermilk) | Ghavan (Cream of wheat Pancakes) | Refreshing Ayurvedic Lassi | Digestive Tea | Masala Tea (Masala Chai) | Kitchari (Khichari) | Gotu Kola Pesto I Pradhaman I Ginger, Lemon and Honey Tea | Carrot Ginger Soup | Ayurvedic Energy Drink | Spicy Honey Syrup | Moringa Ginger Tea| Medicinal Broth for Recovery | Medicated Rice Gruel (Peya)
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