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Familiar as a Spice and flavouring, Ginger is also one of the worlds best
medicines. It brings relief to travel sickness, morning sickness, digestive
problems and as a circulatory remedy.
Medicinal Properties:
Anti-emetic
Carminative
Circulatory stimulant
Anti-inflammatory
Antiseptic
Ginger is an excellent remedy for many digestive complaints, such as
indigestion, nausea, wind and colic. It relieves travel sickness and morning
sickness. Make an infusion using 1 2 slices of fresh Root or half a teaspoon
of dried, powdered or grated Root per cup of boiling water. Leave to steep for
10 mins and drink up to 3 cups a day.
To relieve cold sores, chicken pox and shingles rub fresh Ginger over unopened
sores 6 times a day.
For arthritic aches and pains dilute 5 drops of essential oil with 20 drops of
carrier oil and massage into the skin.
Ginger is warming and soothing for coughs and colds and other respiratory
problems. I always add some fresh Ginger to all the infusions I make for
treating colds, I will post some of my favourite tried and tested cold remedies
at a later date.
Ginger also stimulates the circulation and helps blood to flow to the surface,
making it an important remedy for chilblains and poor circulation to the hands
and feet. By improving the circulation Ginger helps high blood pressure. It also
increases sweating and helps to reduce body temperature in a fever.
Magical Properties:
Used for self awareness, to stimulate energy, mental or magical work, courage,
protection, success, stirs kundalini and used for love potions.
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