Ginger

The Scientific name of Ginger: Zingiber officinale

Name of Ginger  in different languages:

Sanskrit: Shrungivera, Nagra, Lasuna

Hindi: Adrak

Malayalam: Enchi- ഇഞ്ചി, Ardrakam – ആർദ്രകം

Plant Description:

The Ginger Plant is an annual herb, growing up to 100 cm tall, erect with the support of a rhizome, The stem contains green leaves, pinnate and oppositely arranged, flowers are round and red at the top and the remaining parts are green, covered with petals formed like a ball.

Useful plant parts:

Rhizome.

Medicinal uses:

Dried ginger is used in many Ayurvedic medicines, it is used to treat stomach problems, vomiting, diabetes, and piles. Ginger may be used to reduce arthritis pain, it has cholesterol-lowering properties and ginger has been promoted as a cancer treatment, the studies going on.

Ayurveda Medicinal Uses of Ginger

Ginger, known as “Shunthi” in Ayurveda, is a highly valued herb with various medicinal applications. Here are some of the Ayurvedic uses of Ginger:

1. Digestive Aid: Ginger is used to stimulate digestion, alleviate indigestion, and reduce bloating and flatulence.

2. Anti-inflammatory Properties: It is believed to have potent anti-inflammatory effects, potentially beneficial for conditions like arthritis.

3. Respiratory Health: Ginger is used to address respiratory issues like coughs, colds, and congestion.

4. Nausea and Vomiting: It’s known for its anti-emetic properties and is often used to alleviate nausea and vomiting, including motion sickness and morning sickness during pregnancy.

5. Pain Relief: Ginger is believed to have analgesic properties and may be used to relieve various types of pain, including headaches and menstrual cramps.

6. Menstrual Health: It’s used to alleviate menstrual discomfort and may help regulate menstrual cycles.

7. Blood Circulation: Ayurveda suggests that ginger can improve blood circulation, potentially benefiting cardiovascular health.

8. Fever Management: Ginger is believed to have fever-reducing properties and may be used to alleviate fever symptoms.

9. Anti-parasitic: It may have properties useful in managing parasitic infections.

10. Immune Support: Ginger is considered an immune-booster, helping the body defend against infections.

11. Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Some traditional uses suggest that ginger may have calming effects, potentially helping with stress and anxiety.

12. Anti-diabetic Properties: While more research is needed, some studies suggest that ginger may have benefits for managing blood sugar levels.

Chemical contents: analgesic, sedative, antipyretic and antibacterial.

How to prepare medicines:

Juice of fresh ginger rhizome used with honey can reduce gastric problems; the juice is also used to control vomiting, dried ginger is ground well and applied to reduce arthritic pain.

Ginger Rhizome Dried Ginger

Ginger is one of the ingredients in Ayurveda medicines like-

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