THE Latin name for ginger is Zingeber Officinale. It is a very aromatic spice. Traditionally, in the Asian culture, ginger has been used for medicinal purposes. The herb is used to treat arthritis, nausea, loss of appetite, fight body odor, promote perspiration and to increase memory power. Qur'an “And they will be given to drink there of a cup (of wine) mixed with Zanjabil (ginger).” (76:17) Hadith Abu Nu'aym narrates in his book on Prophetic medicines that Abu Sa'id Al-Kudri (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “The Byzantine king gave the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) a barrel of ginger as a gift and he gave each person a part of it. I too got a piece.” Benefits Ginger is used for medicinal purposes as well. The herb is used to treat arthritis. The herb has also been found to limit the production of cytokines that are linked with inflammation and pain. Ginger cures joint pain by stimulating blood circulation. Other conditions that have characteristics of pain and poor circulation can also benefit from using ginger, and these include reynaud's syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis. In our modern world, ginger still relieves nausea and may ease motion sickness in some individuals. Large doses may actually help relieve the chemotherapy-related nausea. The spice helps to protect the heart, lower cholesterol, and prevents strokes by building up platelets in the arteries that can cause blood clots and atherosclerosis. Ginger eases symptoms in the digestive tract as well. This includes flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, and menstrual cramping. While memory is not part of the digestive system, ginger may help restore memory for some individuals. Ginger supports the central nervous system and also has the ability to improve blood circulation. Basically it acts as a catalyst for other herbs used for improving memory and concentration. It helps other herbs to do their work more effectively. Therapeutic properties The ginger herb is mostly known for its ability to alleviate nausea, motion sickness, indigestion, and it also aids in other digestive problems. To be honest, the herb has been found to be better at than drugs for anti-nausea, and the good news is that one does not get the adverse side effects that many Western medications have. Because of what we have said, the ginger herb is an effective aid in helping with morning sickness and dizziness. Recent studies, on top of this, have shown that the ginger root herb can lower blood cholesterol and reduce blood clotting. Ginger has a structure within the herb similar to aspirin. That is why it has the ability to make the blood thinner. Some further ginger benefits include its use as an antibiotic agent, a very potent strong antioxidant (seeks out free radicals that would otherwise damage healthy cells), and has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties within the herb itself. Because of the above, the herb has been used to help treat arthritis, as well as bodily aches and pains. Ginger benefits colds, flus, and allergies. As one can see from above, ginger has many benefits, and is probably one of the most sought-after and widely used herbs. We recommend use of ginger on a daily basis. Ginger contains zinger, which defends the neurons of the brain to improve memory. The anti-inflammatory properties of ginger help protect the brain against memory-losing diseases. Research has shown that ginger, in addition to increasing the supply of nutrients to the brain, can block the creation of inflammatory chemicals, such as prostaglandins, which are associated with Alzheimer's. Dosage Because ginger has a widespread use and a lengthy history of consumption, we believe that the ginger root herb is an effective and safe to consider for nutritional inclusion. Dosages of ginger range from 25 mg to 100 mg. For optimal health maintenance, lower doses are better; for severe digestive problems, higher dosages may be considered. Ginger has no known serious side effects, and the herb is viewed as a very safe herb to take. However, consumers should be aware that it has been known to cause heartburn in some people. If such a side effect occurs, lower the dosage or stop using the herb. – The writer can be contacted on [email protected] __
