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Ginger Root

Zingiber officinale (rhizome)

Herbdigestionnauseainflammationcirculationwarming

Ginger root is one of the most widely used herbs/spices for digestion, nausea, and warming circulation support. It’s a ‘do-a-lot’ herb that works in tea, food, and blends.

Key Benefits

Helps with nausea and stomach upset for many people
Supports digestion and may reduce gas/bloating
Commonly used in inflammation and joint-comfort routines

Common Issues It May Help With

nausea
indigestion
gas/bloating
cold discomfort (warming support)

How To Use (Simple)

Tea: simmer fresh slices 10–15 min (or steep powdered ginger 10 min); 1–3x/day
Food: add to stir-fries, soups, marinades, honey-lemon drinks
Blend idea: ginger + turmeric + black pepper + lemon (warming anti-inflammatory style tea)

Taste / Notes

Spicy, warm, slightly sweet, zesty.

Evidence Level

Strong evidence for nausea support (including some pregnancy-related nausea under guidance). Also studied for digestion and inflammation markers.

Cautions

May worsen heartburn in some people. Use caution if you have bleeding disorders or are close to surgery. In pregnancy, ginger is commonly used but discuss dosing with your clinician.

Interactions

Use caution with blood thinners/antiplatelets (bleeding risk). If you take diabetes meds or blood pressure meds, monitor—ginger can influence readings in some people.

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