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Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Western, TCM (Gan Jiang), Ayurveda (Adrak)

Gabriel Score
87/ 100Excellent
EvidenceStrong - excellent antiemetic and anti-inflammatory evidence
Conditions7 applications
How it works

Anti-inflammatory, antiemetic, warming circulatory stimulant, digestive, analgesic

Typical Dosage

250-1000mg dried or 1-2g fresh root 3x daily

Used for
Nauseamotion sicknessmorning sicknessarthritispaindigestioncirculation

The Science

Active Compounds

Gingerols, shogaols, zingerone, volatile oils

Evidence Base

Strong - excellent antiemetic and anti-inflammatory evidence87/100

Fresh vs dried have different properties; warming; excellent for nausea; safe; universal medicine. Ginger essential oil is used diluted (2-4%) on the skin or in aromatherapy; undiluted oil can irritate the skin.

How to Use

Fresh/dried root, tea, capsule, tincture, essential oil

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

May interact with anticoagulants, diabetes medications, antihypertensives

Contraindications

Pregnancy (high doses, though safe for nausea); gallstones; bleeding disorders

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TraditionWestern Herbalism
EvidenceStrong - excellent antiemetic and anti-inflammatory evidence
Applications7
Gabriel Score87/100

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