Ginger Oil

Zingiber Officinale

Ginger Oil is best known as a digestive aid but it is also known for treating acid reflux, arthritis, poor circulation, cold & flu, heart conditions, inflammation, IBS, morning sickness, nausea & vomiting, rheumatism, dysentery, malaria, fatty liver, etc.

It is used commercially in cosmetics and perfumes as well as food preparation, alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.

What is Ginger Oil?

Let's start with some basic information; a brief description of where the oil comes from, what it contains and how it is obtained. The following information is provided by Bill Fifield in his book "Integrated Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy".

This is a book that I highly recommend by the way.

About Ginger Oil

Family:  Zingiberaceae
Origins:  Native to southern Asia but cultivated in tropical areas of Nigeria, the West Indies, India, China, Jamaica, and Japan. The oil is distilled in the UK, China, and India.
Other Names:  Common ginger, Jamaica ginger
Description:  A perennial herb with a tuberous rhizome root and a green, reed-like stalk with white or yellow flowers. 
Extraction:  Essential oil produced by steam distillation
Botanical Part Used: Root

Principal Constituents:  Gingerin, gingenol, gingerone, zingiberine, camphene, phellandrene and others.

Integrated Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy
by Bill Fifield  (forward by Dr. Daniel Penoel)

Methods of Application

• Aromatically - Can be inhaled or diffused into the air
• Topical - Can be applied to the skin (may require dilution with a carrier oil)
• Internal - Can be taken internally in foods or beverages
• Dilute - Requires dilution with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil
• Sensitive Skin - Should be used with caution on delicate skin; a carrier oil may be useful

Suggested Uses

Acid Reflux

Ginger Oil is very effective at treating all kinds of digestive disorders/issues including:

Ginger can be inhaled off of a tissue or cotton ball; it can be used in a salad or in your cooking; it can be mixed with a teaspoon of honey or taken in a gelatin capsule with some carrier oil such as fractionated coconut.

Arthritis

Ginger Oil has a warming effect that is known to increase circulation and ease the pain in your joints and muscles.

To assist in treating your arthritis mix Ginger with a carrier oil in a 50:50 blend and apply it on the painful area. It can also be applied undiluted to smaller areas such as your fingers or wrists.

As a bonus, Ginger Oil can also help with other aches and pains as well as sprains and rheumatism.

Circulation

As mentioned in the above category on "Arthritis", Ginger Oil has a warming action which can assist with your circulation.

It is especially helpful when used in a blend with other oils like the following recipe:

Massage the blend on the areas of concern avoiding sensitive locations such as genitals, allow it to work for about 10 minutes and then wash it off in the shower.

Cold and Flu

Ginger Oil can help strengthen your system to relieve the symptoms of cold and flu.

Take an equal amount of Ginger Oil and fractionated coconut oil in a gelatin capsule 3 times a day.

You can also apply this same blend on your neck, chest and sinus areas.

Digestive System

Ginger Oil is very effective at treating all kinds of digestive disorders/issues including:

Ginger can be inhaled off of a tissue or cotton ball; it can be used in a salad or in your cooking; it can be mixed with a teaspoon of honey or taken in a gelatin capsule with some carrier oil such as fractionated coconut.

Heart Health

Studies have shown that Ginger Oil may have the ability to reduce cholesterol levels and prevent blood clotting, both of which are potential triggers for coronary heart disease.

It also contains powerful antioxidants which can protect against oxidative stress.

Try adding some Ginger Oil to your cooking, your drinking water or other beverage. It can also be consumed with a carrier oil in a gelatin capsule.

Inflammation

Ginger Oil has natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and is very effective at treating painful conditions such as arthritis and rheumatism. See category on "Arthritis" at the top of this page.

This oil has a warming effect that is known to increase circulation and ease the pain of inflammation in joints and muscles.

Mix Ginger Oil with a carrier oil such as aloe and coconut in a 50:50 blend and apply it on the painful area. It can also be applied undiluted to smaller areas such as your fingers or wrists.

Irritable Bowel

Ginger Oil contains gingerol which has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and detoxifying properties.

These properties help intestinal muscles and make Ginger very effective in treatments for irritable bowel syndrome.

It also contains oleoresin which provides antacid, laxative and anti-spasmodic properties.

As discussed under the category "Digestive System" above, it is very effective in the treatment of several digestive disorders/issues such as cramps, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence and nausea.

Ginger can be inhaled off of a tissue or cotton ball; it can be used in a salad or in your cooking; it can be mixed with a teaspoon of honey or taken in a gelatin capsule with some carrier oil such as fractionated coconut.

Laryngitis

Ginger Oil has a soothing effect on inflamed membranes of the larynx and is known for an ability to decrease the swelling and pain that is needed in a laryngitis treatment.

It is also known for its ability to cleanse the lymphatic system and stop respiratory infections.

Ginger Oil can be consumed in a smoothie or a nice soothing, hot cup of herbal tea.

Add a few drops to hot water and inhale the fumes. For added effect you can put a towel over your head and blow into the water to increase the steam. Repeat as often as needed to break up the mucous coating on your vocal chords.

Ginger Oil (15 drops) can also be added to a cup of Epsom Salts in a nice hot, aromatic bath.

Nausea and Vomiting

Did you ever drink ginger ale to settle an upset stomach?

Ginger Oil is often recommended to help prevent or treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, motion sickness or other conditions such as bloating, colic, diarrhea and indigestion.

It has been used following abdominal surgery or chemotherapy.

Ginger can be inhaled off of a tissue or cotton ball; it can be used in a salad or in your cooking; it can be mixed with a teaspoon of honey or taken in a gelatin capsule with some carrier oil such as fractionated coconut.

Pain Management

Ginger Oil has a warming effect that is known to increase circulation and ease the pain in your joints and muscles. It can also help with other aches and pains as well as sprains and rheumatism.

To assist in treating your arthritis mix Ginger with a carrier oil in a 50:50 blend and apply it on the painful area. It can also be applied undiluted to smaller areas such as your fingers or wrists.

Reproductive System

During pregnancy, Ginger Oil can be used to relieve nausea and morning sickness as well as help your body:

Inhale a few drops from a tissue or cotton ball.

Consume internally by adding a drop to a teaspoon of honey or mix with a carrier oil and fill a gelatin capsule.

Varicose Veins

Ginger Oil effectively reduces blood pressure by clearing blockages so blood can flow freely.

This oil works very well with spider veins on your face.

Vertigo

Ginger Oil can help with symptoms of vertigo such as dizziness, nausea and vomiting. It settles the stomach and is a calming agent for your nerves.

Can be used in a vertigo remedy both as a treatment as well as a preventative.

Dilute to 50:50 with a carrier oil and apply it topically to your chest and neck or inhale it using a diffuser. It can also be consumed in a pleasant drink of herbal tea, juice or water.

Combine With Other Oils

Blends well with: 

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