Ginger Zingiber officinale

Specifics

Country of Origin: China	Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Sesquiterpenes	Plant Part: Rhizomes
Aromas: Spicy, Sweet, Warm and Radiant	Cultivation: Unsprayed

About

Patricia Davis writes in her book Aromatherapy: An A-Z that in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ginger is used in any condition where the body is not dealing well with internal or external moisture. Diarrhea and excess mucus are examples of inability to deal with internal moisture. Rheumatism, along with many other winter health concerns, is aggravated by external damp conditions. The warming properties of Ginger are called for in these situations.

Try adding a few drops of Ginger to your blends in the winter. It offers that spicy, warming, soothing sensation that is so needed at this time of year.

Ginger stimulates more circulation to the areas on which it is used. Its antispasmodic properties bring relaxation and calming to an otherwise contracted situation. When the stress of contraction is relieved, the opportunity for healing arises.

Good for nausea caused by traveling, pregnancy, and chemotherapy.

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Therapeutic Properties

Analgesic - numbs pain
Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
Carminative/Tonic - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
Diaphoretic - promotes perspiration, helping skin eliminate waste
Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
Antiemetic - reduces incidence and severity of nausea or vomiting
Warming

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Stability and balance
Stimulates willpower, and restores motivation
Combats burnout on any level
Warms and encourages energy

Recipe

For Chronic Arthritis/Rheumatism
2 drops Ginger
2 drops Helichrysum
3 drops G. Chamomile
2 drops Juniper
5 drops Lavender
2 drops Mandarin

Blend in a "Trauma oil" such as Arnica, St. Johns Wort or Calendula infused oil. Put directly on areas of concern.

References:

1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Churchill Livingstone, 1995

Safety Issues

May cause skin irritation in those with sensitive skin. Use in low dilution when applying to the skin, such as in baths or massage oils.

GC/MS Reports

GIN-102 Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectometry Report

GC/MS Report Archive

GIN-101

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Batch:	GIN-102 GC/MS Report
Distillation Date:	Winter 2008