Ginger Essential Oil (Zingiber Officinale)
Ginger essential oil has a warm, spicy fragrance that is energizing and romantic. Supportive of the digestive system,
it is commonly used to combat nausea, vomiting, or dizziness associated with motion sickness and has
been studied for its gentle, stimulating effects.* Most essential oils work best when blended
with each other. The right combination will enhance the effects and power of the
essential oils. For some basic "oil recipes", check out our Recipe page or visit
our Essential Oil Blends store for some outstanding "Ready-Blends", created by
Young Living.
Body Systems Affected: Digestive and nervous
system
Uses: Ginger essential oil can be used for loss
of appetite, arthritis, broken bones, colds, colic, congestion, cramps,
digestive problems, indigestion, motion sickness, rheumatism, sore throat and
sprains. Ginger has also been used for alcoholism.
French medicinal uses include Angina, prevention of contagious disease,
diarrhea, flatulence, impotence, rheumatic pain and tonsilitis.
Historical Uses: Ginger has been used in
Gingerbread up to 4000 years ago in Greece, in Egyptian cuisine as a spice and
in Roman times in wine for it's aphrodisiac powers.. Indians have used it in tea
to calm upset stomachs and the Chinese use it in their tonics to strengthen the
heart and relive congestion. Hawaiians use it to scent clothing and as a spice.
Ginger is also very popular to add to shampoos and lotions.
Properties: Antiseptic, laxative, stimulant,
tonic and warming.
Aromatherapy Effects: Ginger essential oil may
influence physical energy, sex, love and courage.
Scent: Sweet, spicy, woody, warm, tenacious,
fresh and sharp.
How to use: Diffuse. Apply to
Vita Flex points and/or directly on area of concern.
Dietary Supplement Uses: When using as a supplement, dilute
one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk or 1 drop in a tsp.
of honey. Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for internal consumptions by the FDA.
Safety: Repeated use can result in contact
sensitization. Avoid direct sunlight or UV light for 3 to 6 hours after use.
Do not use on children under 6 yrs old. For children 6 years and older use with
caution and greater dilution.
Suggested Blending Oils: All spice oils, all
citrus oils, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, myrtle, rosemary and spearmint.
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This
product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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