- Health advice
- Aug 17, 2015
Ginger is such a versatile plant, there are so many ways in which it can be used, both for food and as a remedy.
As a remedy ginger can be used in the form of a herbal extract, an essential oil, a spice in food or drink, to increase circulation, reduce inflammation or settle digestive upsets.
It can also be used as a poultice on an area of pain.
To make a poultice:
Place ¼ cup of grated ginger, into a saucepan and add enough water to just cover. Heat until ginger softens then let it cool until a comfortable temperature to apply to skin. Wrap in a muslin or cheesecloth, then place on the area of pain.When to use Ginger
Helpful in circulation and inflammation, the following are specific conditions for which this herb is indicated: :- nausea
- fever
- arthritis
- endometriosis
- painful period pain
- colic
- poor circulation
- digestive bloating and flatulence
Care needed
Although considered a safe herb, even natural medicines need care. Always tell your doctor of any supplements you are taking. Care should be exercised using ginger in the following:- pregnancy, as a supplement use only in low doses, instead consider inhalation of the essential oil for nausea
- can be irritating to peptic and gastric ulcers
- if there is heartburn or a sensitive stomach
- in children under the age of 6
- when taking warfarin or other blood thinning medications.