Ginger

While the best-researched use of ginger is in combating nausea and vomiting, studies have shown that ginger is a multi-faceted remedy with at least six more healing effects:

• It reduces pain and inflammation, making it valuable in managing arthritis, headaches, and menstrual cramps.
• It has a warming effect and stimulates circulation.
•  It inhibits rhinovirus, which can cause the common cold.
•  It inhibits such bacteria as Salmonella, which cause diarrhea, and protozoa, such as Trichomonas.
• In the intestinal tract, it reduces gas and painful spasms.
• It may prevent stomach ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.