Body-FeedbackPhysical benefits of ginger essential oil
Traditionally, ginger essential oil has been used for nausea, digestive complaints, and immune system support. Recent research studies indicate ginger also benefits more specific complaints such as ulcers and excessive fat stored in the liver. Chinese medicine has used ginger root for centuries to neutralize toxins, harmonize other herbs, and aid digestion.*
The properties of ginger essential oil differs greatly from fresh ginger and ginger tea, along with having significantly different aromas. High in sesquiterpenes (up to 90%), ginger oil targets the deeper levels in the body including bone marrow (where our bodies make adult stem cells) and brain matter. A recent study demonstrates that ginger oil protects bone marrow DNA from radiation poisoning in rats and reverses damage in the small intestine.*
Ginger oil blends exceptionally well with lemon, lime, lemon-myrtle, and lemongrass. The cleansing aroma and properties of these oils creates a powerhouse blend for diffusing and uplifting the entire household. However, when applied topically, ginger oil increases sensitivity to the sun at the site of application for up to six hours. So it’s best to diffuse or take this oil internally if approved for internal use.*
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Emotional benefits of ginger essential oil
A recent study of ginger oil proves the pharmacological basis for what Chinese medicine has known for centuries–the combination of ginger oil with magnolia bark uplifts emotions and releases emotional resistance. Ginger oil’s affinity for the brain and ability to neutralize toxins encourages the release of toxic and self-destructive thought patterns. The emotion associated with the liver is anger; and ginger’s liver-restorative properties release anger directed toward others and internalized anger.*
*Statements in this paragraph have not been evaluated by the FDA.
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Ginger essential oil research articles:
A study shows the gastroprotective activity of essential oils of turmeric and ginger reduce ulcers and oxidative stress caused by ethanol
Liju VB, Jeena K, Kuttan R. Gastroprotective activity of essential oils from turmeric and ginger. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol. 2015 Jan;26(1):95-103. doi: 10.1515/jbcpp-2013-0165. PubMed PMID: 24756059.
A study demonstrates that ginger essential oil significantly decreased damaged tissue from radiation exposure and protected against cellular DNA damage in bone marrow cells
Jeena K, Liju VB, Ramanath V, Kuttan R. Protection against Whole Body γ-Irradiation Induced Oxidative Stress and Clastogenic Damage in Mice by Ginger Essential Oil. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2016;17(3):1325-32. PubMed PMID: 27039766.
A study indicated that ginger essential oil possesses hepatoprotective properties against alcoholic fatty liver disease
Liu CT, Raghu R, Lin SH, Wang SY, Kuo CH, Tseng YJ, Sheen LY. Metabolomics of ginger essential oil against alcoholic fatty liver in mice. J Agric Food Chem. 2013 Nov 20;61(46):11231-40. doi: 10.1021/jf403523g. Epub 2013 Nov 12. PubMed PMID: 24171385.
A study suggests ginger essential oil has an anti-depressant type activity
Qiang LQ, Wang CP, Wang FM, Pan Y, Yi LT, Zhang X, Kong LD. Combined administration of the mixture of honokiol and magnolol and ginger oil evokes antidepressant-like synergism in rats. Arch Pharm Res. 2009 Sep;32(9):1281-92. doi: 10.1007/s12272-009-1914-6. Epub 2009 Sep 26. PubMed PMID: 19784585.
A study shows a number of anti-cancer properties in ginger essential oil
Shukla Y, Singh M. Cancer preventive properties of ginger: a brief review. Food Chem Toxicol. 2007 May;45(5):683-90. Epub 2006 Nov 12. Review. PubMed PMID: 17175086.