Ginger Essential Oil

Although ginger is an indispensable component of worldwide cuisine, it is most notable for its abililty to ease indigestion. Ginger’s sweet, citrusy fragrance accompanies a multitude of other therapeutic benefits.

Properties: Laxative, antiseptic, tonic, stimulant and warming.

Historical Uses: Ginger essential oil was historically esteemed as a spice and used frequently for digestive disruptions. It has been used in Egyptian cuisine, Greece gingerbread, Roman wine, Indian tea and Chinese tonics. All these ancient edibles had their own abilities ranging from warding off epidemics, aphrodisiac powers, soothe upset stomachs and strengthen the heart and relieve head congestion.

Possible Uses: doTERRA’s Ginger essential oil may be used loss of appetite, alcoholism, broken bones, arthritis, chills, catarrh, colds, congestion, colic, cramps, coughs, fevers, digestive disorders, impotence, flue, infectious disease, indigestion, motion sickness, memory, nausea, muscular aches and pains, sinusitis, rheumatism, sprains, and sore throat.

Aromatic Guide: Ginger essential oil aroma may help influence love, physical energy, courage and money.

Application:

• Topically – Can be applied neat directly to the skin or dilute 1:1 with a carrier oil when using with children or those with sensitive skin. It can be applied directly to the skin or on reflex points.
• Aromatically – Diffuse.
• Internally – FDA has approved ginger as GRAS for human consumption. Take internally with gel caps or honey and/or beverage.

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