Roots

Ginger (Zingiber officinale, Zingiberaceae)

Origin : Sri Lanka, China, India and Nigeria

Aroma : Spicy, warm

Properties : Stimulant, digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory

Psychoemotional Benefits

• Digestive System : Stimulates digestion, relieves excess gas or bloating, and aids regular bowel movements. Indicated for stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, excess gas, constipation, diarrhea, post-operative or medication-induced nausea, loss of appetite.
• Reproductive System : Helps with lack or reduction of sexual appetite, impotence, menstrual cramps and pain, morning sickness (inhalation), dysmenorrhea.
• Musculoskeletal System : Relieves muscle pain, arthritis, sprains, rheumatism, joint pain and stiffness, warming.
• Psyche/Emotions : Reduces indecision, confusion, frigidity, loss of motivation, exhaustion caused by chronic stress, lack of direction or concentration, feelings of loneliness and resignation, poor memory, foggy thinking.

Mixes Well With

Cardamom, clove, fennel, lemongrass, ylang-ylang, jasmine, marjoram, neroli, black pepper, plai, angelica root, rose, clary sage, coriander seed, grapefruit

Recipes and Usage Suggestions

• Digestive Incense : Combine ginger with cardamom, fennel and grapefruit for an incense that promotes healthy digestion and relieves digestive discomfort. Ideal for use after meals.
• Respiratory Incense : Combine ginger with eucalyptus and Scots pine to create an incense that helps relieve respiratory problems and congestion. Perfect for use during winter or allergy season.
• Energizing Incense : Use ginger with bergamot and ylang-ylang for an incense that reduces anxiety and stress, promoting a sense of well-being and vital energy. Excellent for use in the morning or during activities that require concentration.

History and Curiosities

• History : Ginger essential oil is distilled from the rhizome (root) of the dried or fresh ginger plant. Ginger has a long history of use, both fresh and dried, and as an essential oil. It is widely used in traditional medicine and cooking. In incense making, ginger is valued for its warm aroma and therapeutic properties. It is known to stimulate digestion, relieve excess gas or bloating, and aid in regular bowel movements. It is also used to relieve muscle and joint pain, as well as to improve respiratory and emotional health.