Gingerols and shogaols inhibit prostaglandin and leukotriene pathways, reducing inflammation and pain. They also modulate serotonin receptors in the gut, alleviating nausea and motion sickness. Volatile oils stimulate digestive secretions and circulation.
Used for nausea, morning sickness, indigestion, colds, flu, joint pain, menstrual cramps, and poor circulation. Also used as a warming herb in cold constitutions.
Used for centuries in Ayurveda and TCM to ignite digestive fire, warm the body, and move stagnation. Employed in teas for colds and in poultices for muscle and joint pain.
Taken as tea (fresh or dried), tincture, capsules, powders, syrups, or in food. Also used topically in oils or salves for pain.
Use caution in active ulcers or gallstones. Avoid very high doses if on blood thinners.
May potentiate anticoagulants, antiplatelets, and hypotensive medications
