Benefits of Medicinal Herbs - Ginger Root

Ginger root

Fresh ginger root is cheap and should always be in your kitchen. Like garlic, it has a history of thousands of years of medicinal use. Well-known for its use for nausea and other stomach and digestive ailments, it also serves as both an antibiotic and an anti-inflammatory. Some researchers say that it is also an antiviral. It has been used for colds, the flu and respiratory illnesses throughout history.

Drug interactions are possible, such as with certain anticoagulants. Those with certain types of physical ailments, like gallstones, should check with their medical professional prior to use. Again, always do your research.

Ginger water is a good mouth rinse for children after brushing, as it is antibacterial and an antiviral, promoting mouth health while not being harmful if some is accidentally swallowed.

By: Sharon L. Secor

Ginger root help in neutralizing stomach acids and can stimulate a person’s appetite. Ginger root prevents and treats nausea resulting from surgery, chemotherapy, morning sickness and motion sickness. It relaxes the stomach and alleviates the feeling of nausea. Numerous studies have proven that ginger root helps improve muscle tone of the gastrointestinal tract and prevents unusually rapid and strong intestinal contractions.

Ginger root helps in improving and stimulating circulation by relaxing the muscles around the blood vessels in order for the blood to flow more easily. It facilitates the blood’s flow throughout the body and consequently alleviates high blood pressure. The ACE inhibitors, diuretics, and vasodilators found in ginger root are helpful agents in lowering blood pressure. Ginger root lowers the body’s LDL or bad cholesterol. It aids the body in preventing the absorption of LDL cholesterol in the blood and liver and aids in excreting the LDL cholesterol from the bloodstream. The risk of developing heart disease is thus lessened.

The anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties of ginger root help individuals who are suffering from rheumatism and arthritis. A person who exercised too much can also benefit from ginger root. It can ease inflammation of the joints and muscle tissue and is also effective in the treatment of muscle pain. The anti-oxidant property and immunity-boosting ability of ginger root extract help in relieving the symptoms of colds and flu. It can also help in fighting ovarian, colon, skin, and breast cancer. Ginger root can act as natural anti-histamine to treat allergy and cold symptoms associated with constricted bronchial tubes as well as congestion.

Ginger root can prevent body odor by reducing excessive perspiration and freshening a person’s breath. Its anti-fungal property can help alleviate the burn and itch caused by athlete’s foot. Ginger root also has