Ginger is a well-known spice derived from the plant Zingiber officinale . Its root (or rather the rhizome) is used in the kitchen in recent years and has gained in popularity. It has also been a traditional natural medicine for thousands of years, especially in Asian, Arabic and Indian culture.

The properties of ginger are:

Its natural constituents are known to stimulate the production of bile and saliva and increase intestinal motility . Those who suffer from indigestion can find relief by sprinkling their food with a little ginger.

The gastric ulcers often have been caused by the inappropriate use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as naproxen and the ibuprofen. Also, the bacterium Helicobacter pylori can also affect the gastric lining and make it more susceptible to ulcers. This is where ginger comes to help by inhibiting the growth of H. pylori and prevents stomach ulcers caused by anti-inflammatory drugs.

Ginger has been shown to be effective in relieving nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy, chemotherapy and postoperative conditions.

Consuming 1 to 1.5 grams of ginger can help relieve these different types of nausea.

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