Defences & vitality
Ginger
Zingiber officinale
- Part used
- Rhizome
- Botanical family
- Zingiberaceae
Few remedies carry endorsements as broad as ginger's: Chinese medicine, Ayurveda and modern science all agree. The rhizome's gingerols are proven anti-nausea agents — the reference natural remedy for motion sickness — while also stimulating digestion and circulation, with that inner warmth so welcome in winter.
Traditional uses
- Travel nausea
- Cold, slow digestion
- Winter infusions with lemon and honey
Traditionally used for
nauseamotion sicknessslow digestionchillscoldvomiting
How to prepare it
Decoct sliced fresh root for 10 minutes with lemon and honey; or candied for travel.
Pairs well with: Turmeric, Echinacea, Peppermint
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