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Ginger

Zingiber officinale

Tradition of Use: Asian, Ayurveda, TCM, Western aromatherapy

Mechanism of Action

Anti-inflammatory via gingerols, antiemetic, analgesic, warming, circulatory stimulant

Key Conditions & Uses

Nausea
motion sickness
digestive issues
pain
inflammation
circulation

Preparation

Internal (diluted in capsule), topical (diluted), aromatherapy

Dosage

1-2 drops in capsule or topically (2-4% dilution); tea/food form often preferred

Active Compounds

Zingiberene, ar-curcumene, beta-sesquiphellandrene, gingerols (in oleoresin)

Interactions

May interact with anticoagulants, diabetes medications, antihypertensives

Contraindications

Pregnancy (high doses); gallstones; bleeding disorders; undiluted topical (hot)

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Good - strong antiemetic and anti-inflammatory evidence

Clinical Notes:

Warming; excellent for nausea; anti-inflammatory; must dilute; fresh/dried herb often preferred; hot

Traditional Chinese Medicine Context

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion, reduces bloating and nausea, and helps the gut process food efficiently

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Dampness

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion and helps clear damp conditions that allow yeast to thrive

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Damp Heat

Sheng Jiang

Calms the stomach and helps food move down instead of backing up

Pattern:Stomach Heat with Liver Qi Invading Stomach

Sheng Jiang

Reduces nausea and pain during migraine attacks

Pattern:Liver Yang Rising with Blood Deficiency

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion and helps the body process and eliminate excess moisture

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness Accumulation

Sheng Jiang

Reduces inflammation and improves circulation to painful areas

Pattern:Qi and Blood Stasis with Wind-Damp

Sheng Jiang

Supports digestive health and has anti-cancer properties

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Damp Heat and Toxin

Sheng Jiang

Warms the uterus and reduces pain from cold stagnation

Pattern:Blood Stasis with Qi Stagnation and Cold

Sheng Jiang

Reduces nausea and dizziness from inner ear disturbance

Pattern:Phlegm-Dampness with Liver Yang Rising

Sheng Jiang

Warms joints and reduces inflammatory pain

Pattern:Wind-Damp-Heat with Liver-Kidney Deficiency

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion and reduces bloating after gluten exposure

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Damp Heat

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion and helps reduce phlegm accumulation

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Phlegm-Dampness

Sheng Jiang

Warms circulation to fingers and toes

Pattern:Yang Deficiency with Blood Stasis and Cold

Sheng Jiang

Warms and moves blood to frozen shoulder

Pattern:Qi and Blood Stasis with Wind-Cold-Damp

Sheng Jiang

Moves blood and reduces clotting tendency

Pattern:Blood Stasis with Damp Heat

Sheng Jiang

Warms digestion and reduces gas and bloating

Pattern:Spleen Qi Deficiency with Food Stagnation

Sheng Jiang

Stimulates stomach motility and reduces nausea

Pattern:Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency with Qi Stagnation

Quick Overview

TraditionEssential Oil
GBS Score80/100
Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information
Traditional wisdom
Safety information
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