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The medicinal herb Ginger as an alternative herbal remedy - Ginger is a tropical plant that has green-purple flowers and an aromatic underground stem (called a rhizome). It is commonly used for cooking and medicinal purposes.

What Ginger Is Used For

• Ginger is used in Asian medicine as an herbal remedy for stomach aches, nausea, and diarrhea.
• Many digestive, antinausea, and cold and flu dietary supplements sold in the United States contain ginger extract as an ingredient.
• Ginger is used to alleviate postsurgery nausea as well as nausea caused by motion, chemotherapy, and pregnancy.
• Ginger has been used for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and joint and muscle pain.
• Zingiber officinalis (Ginger) has a long history of use in Asian, Arabic and Indian herbal traditions and is an excellent remedy for maintaining digestive health and functioning. Modern research has confirmed its effectiveness and Ginger is a very well researched medicinal herb. Working mainly in the digestive system, Ginger boosts digestive fluids, promotes transport through the digestive system, and neutralizes acids, helping to soothe small stomachs safely.

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Gasolve Relief™ - Natural herbal remedy to relieve digestive problems such as flatulence, gas, bloating & constipation after meals Maintains healthy comfortable digestion Supports routine amounts of gas in the digestive system Promotes avoidance of common gas and wind after meals Supports digestive calm after meals, naturally Encourages overall digestive health and supports all body systems involved in digestion

What NativeRemedies says about Ginger

Ginger (Zingiber officinalis) is an herb with a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Modern research has investigated its effectiveness in supporting digestive juices and healthy digestion. Furthermore, in animal studies this herb has been investigated for its ability to support the entire gastric system and as an excellent digestive tonic. (al-Yahya MA, Rafatullah S, Mossa JS, et al. "Gastro-protective activity of ginger in albino rats". Am J Chinese Med 1989;17:51–6). (Gonlachanvit, S., Chen, Y. H., Hasler, W. L., Sun, W. M., and Owyang, C. "Ginger reduces hyperglycemia-evoked gastric dysrhythmias in healthy humans: possible role of endogenous prostaglandins." J.Pharmacol.Exp.Ther. 2003;307(3):1098-1103).

How Ginger Is Used

The underground stems of the ginger plant are used in cooking, baking, and for health purposes. Common forms of ginger include fresh or dried root, tablets, capsules, liquid extracts (tinctures), and teas.

What the Science Says about Ginger

• Studies suggest that the short-term use of ginger can safely relieve pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting.
• Studies are mixed on whether ginger is effective for nausea caused by motion, chemotherapy, or surgery.
• It is unclear whether ginger is effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or joint and muscle pain.
• NCCAM-funded investigators are studying: Whether ginger interacts with drugs, such as those used to suppress the immune system.
• Ginger's effect on reducing nausea in patients on chemotherapy.
• The general safety and effectiveness of ginger's use for health purposes, as well as its active components and effects on inflammation.

Side Effects and Cautions of Ginger

Few side effects are linked to ginger when it is taken in small doses. Side effects most often reported are gas, bloating, heartburn, and nausea. These effects are most often associated with powdered ginger.

News About Ginger

4 ginger recipes to battle a cold

• Source:http://www.star2.com/food/recipes/2016/02/29/4-ginger-recipes-to-battle-a-cold/

By ROSE WINER (Reuters/Zester Daily)

I’ve discovered that a key friend when the runny noses and sore throats come around is also one of my favourite ingredients: ginger. The spicy root, while better known for curing nausea, also has secret anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting powers that make it a handy natural defence against winter germs. With its subtle heat, ginger even gives that extra warmth needed to sustain you in the frigid months. Luckily, there are several easy and delicious ways to incorporate ginger into your diet, so you can give both your immune system and your taste buds that warm fuzzy feeling. Ginger Immuni-Tea

Try this bright tea to warm up your immune system and clear up your sinuses. Add several pieces of peeled sliced ginger (or a teaspoon of ground ginger) to three cups of water. Bring the water to boil and simmer 5 minutes. Add a teaspoon of turmeric (another anti-inflammatory immune booster), a pinch of cayenne pepper (decongestant), a tablespoon of lemon juice (vitamin C infusion) and a cinnamon stick (anti-inflammatory, bacteria-fighting, and antioxidant-rich). Simmer 5 more minutes, then strain into a mug and add a spoonful of honey (sweetens the spice). You can adjust measurements – just err on the careful side with cayenne and turmeric, which pack a strong punch.

Prefer a shortcut? Combine the ingredients in a mug and pour boiled water over them, stirring well. Looking to really heat things up? Add rum or whisky – it’s a Ginger Hot Toddy! A bit of a cheat on the health front, but will definitely help you stay warm.

Ginger Smoothie

This is a great option for when you’re on the run. Fresh ginger infuses refreshingly tart spice into any smoothie. Options include: mixed berries, milk, honey and banana; pineapple, coconut water, yoghurt and cinnamon; mango, orange juice, ice and banana; strawberries, banana, milk and honey; carrot (juice), lemon juice, banana and mint; or kale, apple, lemon juice, blueberries, cinnamon, banana, milk and honey. Go wild with variations. I use frozen berries or banana to thicken, but you can add ice if using fresh fruit. Pick your preferred milk or yoghurt – I go with almond and goat, respectively – and same goes for greens (like substituting spinach for kale). Toss it all in the blender with a few peeled slices of fresh ginger for a smooth and tasty immunity boost.

Ginger-Miso Marinade/Dressing

Here’s a zesty way to incorporate ginger into your lunch or dinner. Combine several peeled slices of ginger in a blender with a few tablespoons of miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar and about 1/4 cup olive or canola oil, a scant teaspoon of sesame oil, a clove of crushed garlic, a squeeze of lemon juice and/or orange juice, and salt and pepper to taste (and chopped scallions/spring onion or fresh coriander if desired). After a few minutes you have a mouthwatering, immune-empowering, Asian-inspired paste that can be used as a marinade for meat and veggies, a dressing for your favourite salad, or even a sauce for stir-fry.

Ginger-Spiced Granola

Granola is the perfect snack: portable, versatile and filling, with lots of protein and flavour. If you’re a granola addict like myself, it just makes sense to create your own. It’s easy and enables you to add all your favourite elements – including ginger!

Here’s a good starting recipe:

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 50 minutes | Total time: 65 minutes Yield: 6 cups

4 cups oats (substitute other grains, like oat bran or quinoa) 1/4 cup each of your favourite nuts, roughly chopped (I use almonds, walnuts and pecans) 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsp chopped crystallized ginger 1/4 cup each of dried fruit (figs, raisins, cranberries, apples, cherries – or a combination) 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup molasses (optional) 1/3 cup maple syrup (substitute agave or honey) 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla

Combine oats, nuts, coconut, 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon, salt, ginger and dried fruit in a large bowl.

On medium-low heat, combine coconut oil, molasses, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a saucepan. Stir until sugar dissolves. Pour sauce over dry ingredients and combine.

Lay out granola on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 135°C for 20 minutes; turn the pan; bake 20 to 30 minutes more until golden brown.

Again, feel free to personalise! Don’t like granola too sweet? Scratch the maple syrup and sugar. Wild for luscious clusters? Don’t stir while baking. And if you still need more ginger: Add 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger to the dry ingredients or shave fresh ginger into the saucepan mixture.

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5 Reasons You Should Be Using Ginger

• Source:http://mic.com/articles/135563/5-reasons-you-should-be-using-ginger

By Philip Lewis

For centuries, ginger has been widely touted as a treatment for all sorts of ailments, but studies have only begun to reveal the health benefits of the plant.

According to PBS, ginger root has origins tracing back to "ancient China, where it was commonly used as a medical treatment." Henry VIII, the King of England who ruled at the beginning of the 16th Century, was rumored to have used ginger for medicinal uses, specifically against the plague. Centuries later, ginger is used for stomach pains, digestive issues, nausea and more.

Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties

Ginger, which has anti-inflammatory properties, can bring relief to aching pains within the body. According to Food Matters, placing ginger essential oil in the bath can work to reduce pain in the joints and muscles. Some studies show that the plant can be effective in reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis, which could lead to severe pain in the joints. In a study that examined the effects of ginger on knee pain in patients that have the disease, it was found that a ginger extract had a "statistically significant effect on reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis."

Ginger may help with menstrual pain

According to Authority Nutrition, ginger appears to have success treating menstrual pain when it is consumed at the beginning of the menstrual cycle. One study, which compared the effects of ginger to the drugs mefenamic acid and ibuprofen, found that the plant was able to reduce pain just as well as the two drugs. In the study, 150 women took 250-milligram capsules of ginger powder four times a day for the first three days of their menstrual cycles.

Ginger might help treat forms of cancer

Ongoing research appears to suggest that ginger could potentially be a treatment for different forms of cancer, due to [6]-gingerol, an active compound found in ginger that has "anti-cancer properties," an abstract from 2012 read. It also notes, "mechanisms through which these are achieved are largely unclear."

"The anticancer potential of ginger is well documented and its functional ingredients like gingerols, shogaol, and paradols are the valuable ingredients which can prevent various cancers," another study reads. "This review concludes to favor ginger but some ambiguities necessitate further research before claiming its efficacy." More research is needed, but a 2003 study from the University of Minnesota appeared to find positive effects after using lab mice to examine the usage of ginger on colon cancer. Ginger as a treatment for nausea

Best known for its effectiveness at alleviating nausea, ginger is generally used as a remedy to dispel feelings of sickness in the stomach. But a study by the University of Rochester and the National Cancer Institute found that about one-quarter teaspoon of ginger each day could alleviate the effects of chemotherapy-related nausea if used in conjunction with anti-nausea medications, according to CNN.

"If we can reduce nausea on day one, then patients tend to have reduced nausea throughout treatment," Julie L. Ryan, lead author of the study, told CNN.

After examining over 600 people, the study found that the participants who received ginger supplements experienced the most decrease in their symptoms of nausea.

According to Everyday Health, 1 gram of ginger 30 minutes to two hours prior to a trip may reduce nausea caused by motion sickness. Ginger may help prevent heart disease

According to News Nation, ginger can help lower high levels of low-density lipoproteins. LDL is sometimes known as the "bad" cholesterol because it can "contribute to plaque, a thick, hard deposit that can clog arteries," the American Heart Association states on their official website.

In Ginger: A Versatile Healing Herb, Satyesh Chandra Pakrashi and Anita Pakrashi write about the positive benefits of ginger, including how dry ginger can improve the circulatory system. "[Dry ginger] is excellent for the circulatory system, useful in diseases of heart and throat and helps increase stamina," the authors state.

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Ginger for constipation: Five quick serving ideas!

• Source:http://zeenews.india.com/news/health/healthy-eating/ginger-for-constipation-five-quick-serving-ideas_1857160.html

By Salome Phelamei (Zee Media Bureau)

New Delhi: Constipation is extremely common and everyone has it at one time or another, but it's pretty embarrassing to talk about it right!

Constipation is a condition where you have difficulty having bowel movements – your stool become dry and hard making it hard to pass.

While you often have trouble emptying your bowel, the good thing is that the cure for constipation may be as close as your kitchen.

Considered as one of the healthiest spices on the planet, ginger is an effective natural remedy for constipation. Ginger contains natural laxative properties that helps to promote bowel movement and thus cure constipation.

Here are five ways to use this aromatic spice for constipation and other health disorders:

• Simply add some crushed fresh ginger root and lemon juice to a glass of boiling water. Drink it twice or thrice a day for effective results.

• You can also combine freshly grated ginger with lemon juice, cane juice or honey.

• Add freshly minced ginger to your sauteed vegetables to spice up a bit.

• Take a fresh piece of ginger root. Cut it into pieces and chew it slowly to boost your digestion and thereby to get rid of constipation.

• And of course, a warm cup of ginger herbal tea will help you improve your bowel movements, helping you in preventing constipation.

In addition to that, ginger contains a substance called gingerol - possesses numerous therapeutic properties including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor effects. Ginger can help treat nausea, flu, cold, Osteoarthritis, heart health, cancer.

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Much ado about ginger

• Source:http://www.foodincanada.com/features/much-ado-about-ginger/

By Carol Neshevich

Ginger certainly isn’t a new ingredient – in fact, it’s quite the opposite. Those famous gingerbread man cookies have actually been in existence for several centuries, for instance. And who among us didn’t drink a glass of good old ginger ale to soothe a tummy ache as a child?

But make no mistake about it: despite its ancient status, ginger is currently experiencing a renaissance as a rising star in the ingredient/flavour world, with new and innovative uses for ginger showing up in food products with increasing frequency for the past couple of years.

Why is ginger so big right now?

“I think there are a number of reasons why ginger is so popular,” says Anton Angelich, group vice-president – Marketing, at Virginia Dare in New York. “One reason is that North Americans are getting much more adventurous in their eating, thanks to the Food Network and all these cooking shows…People are ingredients-370x300looking for things beyond the ordinary.”

So, as Chinese North American cooking moves beyond Egg Foo Young and Sweet and Sour Chicken Balls, he says, people are becoming more exposed to ginger as an ingredient in some of the more adventurous Chinese recipes they’re trying, and are finding they really like it. “I also think that ginger showing up with sushi has brought the taste of ginger to a lot more people,” adds Angelich.

He notes that the current trend toward clean eating also favours ginger as an ingredient. “People are looking for clean labels, simple ingredients; it’s all the Michael Pollan stuff – ‘Don’t eat anything your grandmother wouldn’t recognize,’” says Angelich.

What is ginger?

In its basic form, ginger is a perennial flowering plant, with a history that stretches back more than 5,000 years. It originated in Southeast Asia, but eventually spread throughout the world. From early on in its history, it’s been considered a tonic root for treating a variety of common ailments, especially digestive ones.

Today, it’s still considered to have various medicinal properties, from preventing colds and flu, to aiding in digestion. “Probably the one that’s best known to a wide array of consumers is as an anti-nausea treatment,” says Angelich. “But ginger’s got so many benefits, health-wise.”

While the health benefits may be one driver for the growing popularity of ginger, the flavour itself is clearly appealing to consumers, and becoming increasingly so as more people become exposed to ginger in a variety of new ways. With its uniquely spicy “bite,” the addition to ginger to a food or beverage can add an unmistakable flavour kick. “And there’s a certain amount of earthiness to the taste of ginger, I think, that makes it very natural,” says Angelich.

Where are we seeing ginger?

The use of ginger in beverages is on the rise. According to Innova research, ginger as a flavour and/or ingredient in beverages has grown continuously on an international scale since 2009. “Craft sodas are one place where you definitely see it,” says Angelich. And ginger beer – a traditional non-alcoholic beverage that’s long been popular in England, Australia and the West Indies – is now finding popularity in North America as a cool and trendy soft drink.

On the alcoholic beverage side, ginger is increasingly being used as an ingredient in craft cocktails by creative bartenders and mixologists. And ginger in tea – particularly herbal teas and green teas – is something we’re seeing on store shelves more and more these days. We’re seeing a lot of green teas that mix ginger and some sort of fruity flavour, for instance, such as Tazo’s Green Ginger tea (which incorporates “a sweet note of pear” into the blend), or Stash’s Organic Lemon Ginger Green Tea.

Interestingly, it’s also becoming an ingredient in snack foods – Virginia Dare was handing out ginger fruit and nut bars to attendees at a couple of recent trade shows, and they were very well received, according to Angelich. “We’ve also seen it pop up in things like gourmet craft ice creams and sorbets,” he adds. “And ginger also gets involved in these fusion mixtures, like Korean tacos or Mexican ice cream – things where they’re combining culinary traditions of various cuisines.”

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Check Amazing Health Benifits of Ginger!!!

• Source:http://www.financialprospect.com/health/check-amazing-health-benifits-of-ginger-17529.html

By Divya Manasa

Ginger is among the healthiest and most delicious spices on the planet.Ginger has a very traditional/alternative medicine values. It has been used to help digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the flu and common coldGinger can be used fresh, dried, powdered, or as an oil or juice, and is sometimes added to processed foods and cosmetics also.

One of the traditional uses of ginger is for pain relief, including menstrual pain.There are several health benifits of Ginger.

1.Ginger helps for Weight Loss

This root is used as a slimming formula because its properties promote weight loss. Not only does it improve digestive functions but it also has a “thermogenic” effect that helps activate the metabolism, making it a potent fat and calorie-burner.Consuming Ginger Tea daily may helps you to have perfect metabolism.

2.Helps for Digestion

The medicine values of ginger are known to help relieve gastrointestinal irritation, stimulate saliva and bile production and suppress gastric contractions and movement of food and fluids through the GI tract.

3.Act as Anti Cancer Agent

The main active components in ginger and the ones responsible for its distinctive flavor, may also inhibit the growth of human colorectal cancer cells.Ginger extract has been studied as an alternative treatment for several forms of cancers also.

4.Cure Migraines

Ginger provides migraine relief as it can inhibit the prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in the blood vessels. Applying diluted ginger paste on the forehead provides relief from migraine.Drinking ginger tea at the onset of a migraine attack stifles prostaglandins to block the unbearable pain, and stop the associated nausea and dizziness.

5.Manage Glucose Levels

Regular intake of ginger root supplements in any form can bring a noticeable change in your levels of blood sugar. People who are more prone to low sugar levels should always incorporate ginger root supplements in their regular diet to avoid such problems. Ginger has been found to be effective in reducing the incidence of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage).

6.Helps For Hair Growth Ginger increases the scalp circulation, resulting in the flow of blood to the scalp. Thus, it stimulates the hair follicles and encourages growth. The fatty acids present in ginger are beneficial for thin hair. You can make a hair mask by grating 1 tablespoon of ginger root in a small bowl and adding 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil to it. Massage your scalp with this mixture in circular motions and leave for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse off and shampoo as usual. This will combat hair loss and thinning hair and stimulate hair growth.

7.Purifies Blood

Ginger also helps for purifying Blood.Drinking Ginger Tea daily helps to purify blood.It also Ginger reduces high blood pressure and chronic inflammation.

8.Treat Cold and Coughs

Ginger is a wonderful immune system booster, making it a well-known treatment for colds and flus. And since it helps calm symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, it also works on coughs, sore throats and bronchitis.

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Science of Food column: Ginger is a gift to your gut

• Source:http://www.summitdaily.com/news/20115512-113/science-of-food-column-ginger-is-a-gift

By Lisa Julian, Ph.D. (Science of Food)

Ginger root is part of the Zingiberacae family of plants, same as turmeric root, and has been used in herbal medicine to treat nausea and digestive disorders for over 4,000 years. India is the top producer and consumer of ginger. Its name is believed to come from the Sanskrit word singabera meaning “horn-shaped” as the roots appear knotted and curved resembling an animal’s horn. The part of the plant that we eat is called the rhizome, the subterranean stem of the plant that is now commonly found in markets across the country.

COMPOSITION OF GINGER

Like most plants, ginger contains hundreds to thousands of molecules. It is especially high in vitamin B3 and minerals like iron and manganese, but also has protein, fiber and its own special array of phytonutrients. These diverse phytonutrients are what I like to call “Nature’s pharmacy,” and, in ginger, Nature’s pharmacy includes molecules like the gingerol or shogaol family of compounds, or more commonly known ones like beta-carotene, limonene and curcumin. They are biologically-active constituents that have potent medicinal effects in humans that work together in synergy to heal the body and cure disease.

HOW GINGER HELPS YOUR GUT

Have you ever used ginger ale to ease an upset stomach? Ginger is a carminative, defined generally as a substance that increases gastric secretion, aiding with symptoms such as intestinal gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and indigestion. It does this in part by increasing the secretion of our bodies’ own natural enzymes to assist in digestion. The processes begins right at the mouth, being also a sialagogue — another fun word that means it increases the production of saliva and salivary enzymes, thus initiating specific molecular mechanisms downstream to prepare the body for food and absorption of nutrients.

Ginger promotes food breakdown and intestinal movement. It contains its own digestive enzymes like zingibain, for example, that help break down protein, and perhaps why in many cultures ginger is often used in marinades to tenderize meats. Ginger can increase the muscle contractions that occur in the intestines to help move food along, but can also relax and soothe the intestinal tract. These combined processes help to promote gastric secretion and ultimately increase the removal of toxins from our bodies. Because ginger also has anti-nausea effects (clinically proven as an effective treatment for morning sickness, motion sickness and chemotherapy), it has an overall soothing effect for the mind and the body.

Other medicinal properties of ginger include anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-cancer. Thus, in addition to its effects on the digestive system, it has found use as a treatment for inflammatory diseases. For example, in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, consumption of 2 grams of raw or heated ginger showed significant reduction of joint pain.

HOW TO BUY AND EAT GINGER AT HOME

Avoid ginger supplements and eat real ginger root with all that Nature’s pharmacy has to offer. Remember, it is important for the compounds in ginger to touch the receptors in the tongue, which allows for the secretion of saliva and its enzymes to start breaking down the food while further initiating the rest of the digestive tract as discussed above. At the market, look for ginger root in the produce section that is firm and smooth (not shriveled) and without any mold.

Peel, finely grate and add fresh ginger to a variety of dishes at home. It is also available in a powder form if you cannot find the fresh root, although fresh is better. Spice up your rice or quinoa with ginger or blend it raw in smoothies. Add it to a sauté with some garlic, onion, olive oil and fresh vegetables to make a stir-fry. Cooking ginger attenuates the spicy taste, but it still retains most of its biological activity, so, if you enjoy the spice, then finish off your dishes with the fresh stuff. To remedy a cold or to aid in digestive disorders, try making a tea. A typical dose for a tea uses a 1-inch piece of root (about 15 grams, peeled and grated) to 1-2 cups of water that can be flavored with lemon or honey. Add turmeric, as ginger goes well with its sister root, which has a strikingly similar chemical make-up, but lacks the spicy flavors present in ginger. So, instead of grabbing a bottle of Pepto or a pill for nausea or digestive relief, experiment with ginger (for a lot less money too) and you’ll see why ginger is nature’s gift for your gut.

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How to Grow Ginger

1. Get a fresh ginger root from the produce market. Try to pick the best ginger rhizome with a few knobs (well developed "eyes" or growth buds) in it. The shoots will sprout from those knobs.
2. Usually the ginger root that you purchased from the market is dehydrated, so it is best that you soak the ginger in water overnight.
3. If you are in a tropical area you can plant the ginger root straight to the ground about an inch deep. Ginger will not survive below 40*F, so if you live in that kind of temperate zone start your ginger indoors in a pot. Do not over water. Just keep the soil moist.
4. It takes about a month for the ginger root to form a sprout and sometimes 45 to 60 days before you can actually see the green shoot.
5. It takes anywhere from 8 months to a year before you can actually harvest the ginger roots. But in the meantime enjoy looking at the beautiful leaves.