Common Name*  Ginger

Botanical Name  Zingiber officinale

Chemical Constituents  a-pinene, camphene, B-pinene, 1,8-cineole, linalool, borneol, y-terpineol, nerol, neral, geraniol, geranial, geranyl acetate, B-bisabolene, zingiberene

Medicinal Uses** Used to combat nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness and has been studied for its gentle, stimulating effects.  One of the best remedies for indigestion, stomach ache, dyspepsia, colic, spasms, diarrhea, flatulence and other stomach and bowel related problems.  Also used for treating intestinal infections and bacterial dysentery.   It is believed in China that ginger boosts and strengthens your heart.  Many people use ginger oil as a measure to prevent as well as cure heart diseases.  Research has indicated that ginger may be helpful in reduction of cholesterol levels and prevention of blood clotting.  A good expectorant, it is effective in various respiratory problems such as cold, cough, flu, asthma, bronchitis and breathlessness.  Reduces inflammation.  Reduces pain caused by muscle aches, arthritis, rheumatisms, headache, migraine, etc.  Irregular and painful menstrual discharges can be treated with ginger.  Also effective against yellow fever and malaria.  May be useful in treating cancer through chemotherapy.

Skin Care  Useful in controlling dandruff.

Aromatherapy  Warming.  Sharpens senses.  Aids debility and nervous exhaustion.  Very warming, fiery, burning away things of old, bright, hot passion, uncompromising, right here, right now.  Ginger is good for pale, cold, lifeless people. Helps unlock frozen emotions, frozen bodies, rigid thoughts.  Burns away illusions.  De-stabilises constructs and forces the attention to the body, here and now.  Relieves depression, mental stress, exhaustion, dizziness, restlessness and anxiety.

Blending Tips  Middle or base note.  Warm, spicy, earthy, woody.  Blends well with sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, frankincense, rosewood, cedarwood, coriander, rose, lime, neroli, orange, and lemon.

Safety Information  Slightly phototoxic.  Very strong and therefore it should be used carefully.

 

 

*Not all common names refer to the same plant.  Always check the botanical name to make sure you have the right one.

**These statements have not been validated by the FDA.  Please check with your doctor to diagnose illnesses, and be aware of any allergies or sensitivities before using essential oils.

 

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