Background: Ginger is from the Gingerberaceae family and the Essential Oil is steam distilled from the roots of the plant. Ginger originates from China, India, Africa and Australia, and has been used for many years in ancient Chinese medicines and also in cooking. Ginger was also used as a remedy to guard against the plague.

Properties: Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, expectorant

Precautions: Do not use during pregnancy. May irritate very sensitive skin

Physical Uses:, Stimulates circulation and appetite, spasms, arthritis, rheumatics, respiratory problems, sinusitis, bronchitis, digestive disorders and diarrhoea.

Emotional Uses:, Warming, gently stimulating, nervous tonic.