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Essential Oils

GINGER (ZINGIBER OFFICINALE ROSCOE)

		Introduction
		Safety Precuations
		Chamomile, Roman
		Frakincense
		Ylang Ylang
		Cedarwood
		Neroli-Orange-Blossom
		Orange
		Bergamot
		Petitgrain
		Lemon
		Grapefruit
		Myrrh
		Cypress
		Eucalyptus
		Clove
		Fennel
		Jasmine
		Juniper
		Lavender
		Tea Tree
		Cajeput
		Melissa/Lemon Balm
		Peppermint
		Basil
		Marjoram
		Geranium
		Pine
		Black Pepper
		Patchouli
		Rose
		Rosemary
		Clary Sage
		Sandalwood
		Vetiver
		Ginger
		Blending Oils
		Extraction Methods
		Application Methods

Effects: Warming.

Aroma: Top note.

This plant originates from India, China, Africa, and Australia. Ginger root is used extensively in cooking, as it is an excellent digestive aid.

Properties:

Analgesic.
Antidepressant.
Expectorant.
Stimulant.
Digestive aid.

Contra-indications:
Ginger may irritate sensitive skins.

Extraction:
Steam distillation of the dried and ground roots.

Uses:

Catarrh.
Colds and flu.
Arthritis.
Indigestion.
Constipation.

Ginger is also helpful for stimulating poor circulation.

It can be used to ease arthritis, rheumatism and sprains either as a blended massage oil or as a compress.

It is useful in respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, sinusitis, etc.

It can be helpful in digestive problems such as flatulence, colic, diarrhoea.

It has a positive effect on the nervous system and can help nervous exhaution.

Scent:Woody, warm spicy.

Combines with:

Eucalyptus.
Cedarwood.
Citrus oils.