Ginger essential oil is also known as 'the oil of empowerment'. It's a flowering plant and belongs to the family Zingiberaceae which is the same family as cardamon & turmeric. It's been used in folk medicine for thousands of years.
It's a warming essential oil & actually the essential oil is better than the fresh or dried root because it contains the highest levels of gingerol, which is it's 'magical' ability to improve health so much. The sesquiterpenes, which make up approximately 90% of the e.o. have antibacterial & anti-inflammatory properties.
It has enormous health benefits....are you ready??? Pain relief, muscle aches, arthritis, migraines, headaches, anxiety, nervousness, depression, fatigue, nausea, aids digestion, menstrual disorders, it's a stimulant, tonic, laxative, antiseptic, helps with respiratory conditions, an expectorant, reduces cholesterol & blood clotting, antioxidant & can improve liver functions.
Pregnant women or breast feeding mothers consult with your physician. Do not give to children under 2. If you are on blood thinners, have blood pressure issues or sugar imbalances, consult your physician.
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