Ginger
By roshand8
@roshand8 (1478)
Sri Lanka
September 22, 2008 12:33am CST
Ginger was first discovered in China many centuries ago and it has been used ever since as a natural remedy as well as a deliciously tasty food.
Ginger's main benefit is its ability to sooth stomach and digestion problems, although some people also reach for the ginger as soon as they feel a migraine coming on.
Research has shown that ginger is particularly effective at alleviating feelings of nausea and sickness. If you tend to feel unwell when flying,a dose of ginger before you go can really make a difference.
Ginger can also be taken to boost circulation and to sooth or calm everything from a sore throat to inflamed skin.
Ginger, either freshly grated or powdered, taken as a tea induces sweating and elimination. Hot ginger tea also supports and tonifies the stomach,spleen and large intestine and it improves bowel function. Available from you grocer or supermarket as fresh root, ginger powder or tincture 
It's great to start to take natural remedies so much more seriously
It's great to start to take natural remedies so much more seriously 3 people like this
15 responses
@Chevee (5905)
• United States
22 Sep 08
Thank you for the information on Ginger, I have several articles on home remedies I guess I need to start paying more attention to them. I have some Ginger and I didn't know all this about it. The info you gave is real good and useful to me. I wish I had known this 2 days ago, I am having problems with my stomach, I think it is more stress related, it didn't start bothering me until they announce that the company I work for is closing its doors and shutting down at the end of the year. And 176 people will loose their job. I am one of those 176.
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@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
22 Sep 08
Oh I am really sorry chevee and I am really sorry about those 176 people who are going to lose their jobs.I guess your stomach problem is more stress related,I mean who don't get stomach cramps on a situation like this!I also had pains caused by stress and excitement,even when there is nothing visibly wrong.Just relax my dear..I am sure you will find a better job!and you have plenty of time until the end of the year,you can definitely find another good company to work with,do not worry.I wish you will find another job very soon.God bless you! cheers...
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@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
22 Sep 08
Great Roshand! So ginger can give those other wonderful remedies? I am frequently taking salabat because my throat has always been inflamed especially when I do a lot of talking and singing (Ha!ha!ha!) So that means while I am taking salabat to heal my throat, I am also at the same time getting other benefits like what you stated : supports and tonifies the stomach,spleen and large intestine and it improves bowel function, etc. I am happy to know that! Thanks Roshand. I really love natural remedies!
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@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
22 Sep 08
Hi mama,I haven't seen you starting discussions these days,nice to see you again!Jinxky has suddenly disappeared.I missed you guys 
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yes mama salabat soothes sore throats and is said to sweeten the singing voice Ha!ha!ha! I have learned how to make salabat a few months ago from my coleague,funny how it gives me a light-headed feeling.This is new to me,all it takes a pot of water, some ginger and brown sugar.I have heard that salabat is very popular in manila..cheers..
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yes mama salabat soothes sore throats and is said to sweeten the singing voice Ha!ha!ha! I have learned how to make salabat a few months ago from my coleague,funny how it gives me a light-headed feeling.This is new to me,all it takes a pot of water, some ginger and brown sugar.I have heard that salabat is very popular in manila..cheers..1 person likes this
@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
22 Sep 08
Oh Jinxky ...yes she seems to be missing and probably so busy so I understand.
I can't find a good topic yet so I am not starting any discussion. I am just enjoying participating in interesing topics such as the one you posted. Keep posting my dear!
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@Bluepatch (2476)
• Trinidad And Tobago
22 Sep 08
I had a landlady who swore by ginger.
She used to make a drink out of ginger and drank it by the bottle.
She said it helps cure her arthritis and maybe it does.
I know Chinese cooks use it in cooking and here in Trinidad all the old time cooks use it with their food.
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@Humbug25 (12540)
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22 Sep 08
Hi roshand8
When I first found out I was pregnant with my first child my midwife actually said to me that if I suffer with morning sickness then to try and eat some ginger biscuits. My kids get cronic travel sickness in the car but I can't get them to eat ginger biscuits because I think the flavour is a bit too strong for them and they are only young. I am hoping they will grow out of it! Thanks again for your tips!! 
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@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
22 Sep 08
Hi Humbug,some women suffering from morning sickness do respond to ginger.Usually kids don't like the strong flavor,but when they grow older they will definitely find the good taste,because ginger is a flavor enhancer.I love Chinese food and ginger plays an important role in Chinese cuisine.Have a nice day and cheers..
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@seeths (413)
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22 Sep 08
Thanks for the information and It is one of the natural remedy for cold and many other things.Infact my husband loves ginger tea and makes me sure that whenever ginger is available at home he prefers that.Apart from this even when u make some delisious dishes if we add ginger to it gives an extraordinary taste.
Regards
@annjilena (5618)
• United States
22 Sep 08
ginger is used as an antacid because it blocks the breakdown of pepsinogen to pepsin-pepsin irratitates the tissues and causes peptic ulcers.add 3 or 4 tablespoons to bath water and it will help rid the body of waste and toxins by opening the pores.ginger is especially good for colon gas when taken before each meal.it acts as a catalyst to the pelvic area.(good for childhood diseases,and morning sickness).
@tamarafireheart (15384)
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22 Sep 08
Hi roshand8,,
Oh yes! I do believe in the great ginger, I have lots of root ginger in my kitchen I use ginger for cooking and everytime I have a sore or cold coming on I have ginger and I love ginger tea and sometimes have it while I'm Mylotting and thanks for bringing out on Mylot.
Tamara
@tamarafireheart (15384)
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23 Sep 08
Hi roshand8,
Ceylon Black tea mmmmm! sounds wonderful, I will have to get hold of some. Hugs
Tamara
@Opal26 (17679)
• United States
22 Sep 08
Hey roshand, I didn't know all that about Ginger. Thank you.
I happen to like the taste of Ginger, but that's about all
I knew. That is some very interesting and helpful stuff
that you have there. I certainly didn't know about it's
use for calming the stomach or for sore throats. That is
really good to know. I happen to love the taste and smell
of Ginger. I am going to get some for sure now. I would
definitely like to get some Ginger tea also. I really want
to thank you for sharing your research. It is things like
this that make being a mylotter so important. You are
a really good mylotter and a good friend.
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@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
22 Sep 08
My dear friend Opal..Thank you very much,I really appreciate that ,you are also a really good mylotter and a good friend!I am glad that you like the taste of ginger,modern conventional medicine is beginning to explore the ways that ginger can be used medicinally to benefit patients suffering from a range of illnesses.Have a nice day my dear friend and cheers...
,you are also a really good mylotter and a good friend!I am glad that you like the taste of ginger,modern conventional medicine is beginning to explore the ways that ginger can be used medicinally to benefit patients suffering from a range of illnesses.Have a nice day my dear friend and cheers...1 person likes this
@bamakelly (5191)
• United States
22 Sep 08
Thank you so much roshand for your insight on the spice of ginger. I can't say that I have any in my spice cabinet right now but I am going to consider getting some at my local supermarket. I believe I have heard of some of the benefits of ginger especially for health.
You have mentioned quite a few tips here that I have not heard of before like the fact that ginger can soothe feelings of nausea and sickness. I have had ginger root before in a Chinese buffet before. I like it.
@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
23 Sep 08
You are welcome my dear.. I am sort of attached to herbs.Ginger plays an important role in Chinese cuisine and I love Chinese food.Perhaps you should have some ginger in your spice cabinet,besides it is a flavor enhancer and it will improve your appetite..cheers...
I am sort of attached to herbs.Ginger plays an important role in Chinese cuisine and I love Chinese food.Perhaps you should have some ginger in your spice cabinet,besides it is a flavor enhancer and it will improve your appetite..cheers...
@sumiirajj (1983)
• India
22 Sep 08
Hi roshand,Very useful information about ginger.Ginger has many medicinal qualities.I use ginger often while cooking food.thanks for sharing.happy mylotting.
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@Zelda414 (149)
• United States
23 Sep 08
Roshand8,
Wow, i can not thank you enough for posting this message, i have dealt with migraines for 20 years with no luck of a cure or aide in the agonizing pain and illness that comes along with it. Now being pregnant it isnt like i can just take some medicine or something so this is relief to know and i really hope that it works because migraines for me have me bed ridden and dealing with this nausea is a burger too so thank you so much for posting this message about ginger. Any advice for a natural remedy on pain from a spinal injury? Thanks
@pimagro24 (1046)
• Thailand
22 Sep 08
Ginger can make you feel good if you take it with fish and they will make you health is good
@roshand8 (1478)
• Sri Lanka
22 Sep 08
Hi pimagro yes it will enhance the flavor and add nutritional value to our foods and ginger can be used to benefit anyone men,women (including before, during or after pregnancy, and nursing),children and animals.Ginger should be stored in a dark, dry, and cool place.Keep healthy and cheers..
yes it will enhance the flavor and add nutritional value to our foods and ginger can be used to benefit anyone men,women (including before, during or after pregnancy, and nursing),children and animals.Ginger should be stored in a dark, dry, and cool place.Keep healthy and cheers..1 person likes this
@machel2008 (616)
• China
30 Nov 08
great,thanks for roshand8's introduce for china ginger,he's introduce so detailedly an let us learn many knowledge,thanks for roshand8 again.i have one ginger factory located in china ginger base,if everybody need ginger can contact me,i can supply you the top quality and best price chinese ginger.it is really good vegetable for your health!
