Medicine Flower Ginger Essential Oil

• Works as a natural appetite suppressant, which is a great way to lose weight
• Strong properties that can aid in digestion, treats nausea and other stomach issues
• Known to supports the lungs' natural function of clearing any heaviness or discomfort.
• Strengthening of the heart can restore emotional depletion and revitalize energy 
• Acts as an antihistamine and hence is useful in dealing with allergies
• May allows food and fluids to move through the GI tract smoothly
• Warming, as it can raise temperature of the body, killing the bacteria that causes cold and flu

Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale

Origin: Southeast Asia

Plant Part: Root

Aroma: Peppery, minty, and/or slightly citrusy

Blends Well With: Bergamot, Cassia, Cedarwood Atlas, Cinnamon, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Lime, Myrtle, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Ylang Ylang

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Main Chemical Components: Camphene, B-Phellandrene, α-Pinene, Geranial, Zingiberene, β-Bisabolene, β-Sesquiphellandrene, and Curcumene

Therapeutic properties: Exhibit anti-septic, antiviral, bactericidal, and decongestant properties

Ginger essential oils nickname is, “The Oil of Empowerment”, known to have stimulating and warming effects that are said to reduce the feelings of stress, sadness, anxiety, lethargy, agitation, dizziness, fatigue and inspire confidence. The powerful Ginger contains Gingerol, a constituent known for it anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making this oil very popular. Ginger has leafy stems with yellowish green flowers. The root, used commonly in Indian curry dishes and teas, is pale yellow in color, with a pungent, spicy smell and a warm, spicy bite, and slight sweetness. Native to warmer parts of Asia, such as China, Japan, and India, South American and Africa, is also now grown in the Middle East and used medicinally, cosmetically, and with food and beverages. Commonly used in Chinese medicine to, “strengthen the heart and restore the flow of stagnant chi”, it was also used to restore vital health as it operates as a tonic.

Gingers main chemical components work as a laxative, anti-gas, and antacid medications. Used for various types of upset stomach including motion sickness, or morning sickness as it relieves irritation in the gastrointestinal tract as it stimulates saliva and bile. Ginger is said to help with colic, gas, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea as well as loss of appetite. When added to a carrier oil some have said it works to aid in the healing of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis, and menstrual pain. 247 people with osteoarthritis of the knee said ginger lessened the pain and required less pain medication as a result. The fresh juice of ginger has been used to treat burn and applied to skin to relieve pain, heal and prevent insect bites. The invigorating sweet aroma of ginger has long been used as for fragrance in soaps and cosmetics. Being a thermogenic food, ginger may raise the temperature of the body and help boost metabolism. Ginger can help prevent chills, fever, and excessive sweat, as it contains chromium, magnesium and zinc.

Dilute in a carrier oil, add to food, or put in a bottle and spray Ginger, mix it with woodsy, citrusy and minty oils for massage, put a drop in water or food.

Use Ginger cosmetically as it is a Tonic, Stimulant, Warming, Anti-Inflammatory, and Firming agent.

Medicinally, use it as an Antiseptic, Laxative, Tonic, Stimulant, Warming, Digestive, Carminative, Expectorant, Analgesic, Anti-Inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Soothing, Anti-nausea, Appetite-Boosting, Circulatory, Diuretic, Detoxifying, Immunity Boosting, and Sudorific.

Always test for skin sensitivity prior to widespread use and use on the feet when possible. Excessive use of any oil can lead to skin sensitization. If skin irritation does occur, wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Keep out of eyes, ears, or nose. Experts do not recommend using essential oil if you have a terminal illness, cancer, epilepsy or a number of other conditions. Not all oils are created equal, so test brands carefully, and never use an oil in a way not recommended. Our oil is therapeutic grade, however we do not recommend any oils be used internally unless on the advice of a medical professional. 

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.