Feb 22, 20 ginger in high doses is not recommended for children under 6 years of age due to the pungent nature of ginger. The ginger spice comes from the roots of the plant. Antidiabetic and hypolipidaemic properties of ginger. Aside from these uses, ginger had religious significance among. Ginger or kion in peru is a plant from which of underground stems or roots grow which have multiple beneficial health properties. Chemical composition and antioxidant properties of ginger root zingiber officinale the chemical composition and antioxidant activity in aqueous and solvent extracts of ginger root zingiber officinale were determined. Cardamom, ginger and turmeric belong to the family zingiberaceace. Overview information ginger is a plant with leafy stems and yellowish green flowers. Antiinflammatory properties of red ginger zingiber officinale var. There is available information on biochemical aspects of ginger, but few studies have been reported on its molecular aspects. This is the case for todays ginger, garlic, and honey cure, whose combination of natural ingredients is excellent for treating a variety of common ailments. Ginger has a whole host of health benefits, and can be used in the treatment of a wide variety of conditions. Ginger zingiber officinale roscoe belongs to the zingiberacea family.
Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, is known to have a wide array of bioactivity including antioxidant, antiinflammatory, anticancer, and cardioprotective properties. Proximate composition revealed that sample bogc 2 contains 0. Ginger may also offer health benefits as well, according to michael castleman, author of the healing herbs. Samir malhotra1 and amrit pal singh2 1department of pharmacology pgimer, chandigarh 2super specialty division, indswift lab, chandigarh correspondent author, email. Uncut ginger can be stored in your refrigerator or preserved in vinegar or sherry. Not only is ginger a culinary marvel, its health benefits are stunning.
Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research, 2012, 41. Antioxidant, ayurvedic, gingerol, zingiber officinale. Pdf physical properties of ginger zingiber officinale. Mathematical modelling of particle size distribution and energy consumption. Ginger root is a rhizome, which means it is an aromatic underground stem.
Full text recent perspectives on the medicinal potential of ginger. Numerous studies have been carried out to characterize and isolate its main bioactive compounds to elucidate the. Antibacterial effect of ginger zingiber officinale roscoe. Its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties can soothe red, inflamed throats, and. Active ingredients of ginger as potential candidates in the prevention. Ginger is an economically important and valuable plant around the world. This study was conducted to extract and characterize the proteolytic enzyme from ginger zingiber officinalereceived in revised form. Besides culinary uses, the antibiotic, anti inflammatory, antihistamine, antifungal and antispasmodic properties of ginger with an ability to cure various ailments from headaches to cancer make it rather special. In fact, using this root in the kitchen can bring lots of health benefits. However, it is not known whether ginger antioxidant constituents are bioavailable in humans. The medicinal properties of ginger are due to the presence of gingerol and paradol, shogaols, etc. Ginger, the rhizome of zingiber officinalis, one of the most widely used species of the ginger family, is a common condiment for various foods and beverages.
Review some phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological properties of ginger zingiber o. The antiinflammatory effects of ginger are caused by its inhibitory influence on cox2, lipoxigenase. This discovery identified ginger as an herbal medicinal product that shares pharmacological properties with nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. Bioactive compounds and bioactivities of ginger zingiber. Physiological and pharmaceutical effects of ginger. Ginger is a spice commonly used in asian and indian cuisine. Five medicinal properties of ginger carolyn walker. An optimized dose of ginger is recommended in the diet. It was first cultivated in asia, but spice trade facilitated its spread to the farthest corners of the world. Ginger, a source of valuable phytonutrients, is characterized as having an aromatic odor and a pungent taste1. Ginger can also be stored in a plastic ziptop bag when all the air pressed out of it. Ginger is a strong antioxidant substance and may either mitigate or prevent generation of. Please be advised that we experienced an unexpected issue that occurred on saturday and sunday january 20th and 21st that caused the site to be down for an extended period of time and affected the ability of users to access content on wiley online library.
Besides reducing inflammation, ginger has many other benefits. The rhizome of zingiber officinale ginger is consumed worldwide as a spice and herbal medicine. Gingers culinary qualities are a delight, but its health benefits are simply stunning. Abstract ginger is a plant recently gaining attention in the food and pharmaceutical industries because of its spice and medicinal importance. Antiinflammatory properties of red ginger zingiber. Gingerol analogues are thermally labile and easily undergo dehydration reactions to form the corresponding shogaols, which impart the characteristic pungent taste to dried ginger. Its already known that a number of the compounds found in ginger have antiinflammatory and analgesic properties. The amazing and mighty ginger herbal medicine ncbi bookshelf. These compounds have the following properties antipyretic, analgesic, antitussive, cardiac inotropic and.
It has been shown to be more effective against staph infections than antibioticsand without the adverse effects. Ginger zingiber officinale roscoe is a member of the zingiberaceae family of plants. The research looked at some physical properties of ginger zingiber officinale rhizomes such as major, minor and intermediate diameters, geometric mean, sphere city. Ginger is generally recognized as safe by the food and drug administration. The effects of type and time of thermal processing on ginger.
Ginger can therefore be propagated from budded sections. Briefly, ginger can be useful in the treatment of patients who suffer from inflammatory chronic diseases, due to its antiinflammatory and antioxidative properties. These oils exhibit properties that are antiparasitic, antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral. Shimoda h1, shan sj, tanaka j, seki a, seo jw, kasajima n, tamura s, ke y, murakami n. The health benefits of ginger are mainly attributed to its phenolic compounds, such as gingerols and shogaols. They are one of the highest priced and most expensive spices after saffron and vanilla. The chemical compositions of the extract were compared with each other. Knowing the properties and uses of ginger is very helpful. Recent perspectives on the medicinal potential of ginger kdpp gunathilake,1 hp vasantha rupasinghe2 1department of food science and technology, faculty of livestock, fisheries and nutrition, wayamba university of sri lanka, makandura, gonawila, sri lanka. Antidiabetic and hypolipidaemic properties of ginger zingiber officinale in streptozotocininduced diabetic rats volume 96 issue 4 zainab m.
Rhizoma zingiberis is identified by its macroscopic and organoleptic characteristics, including its characteristic form, colour, pungent taste, and volatile oil content. A perennial herb native to china and india, ginger root has been used for centuries in asian cooking and for its therapeutic properties. Ginger was reported to show antiinflammatory effect through the suppression of pg synthesis and also to have interference in cytokine signaling 6. Acta universitatis agriculturae et silviculturae mendelianae brunensis, 625.
Ginger is known for its crisp and yet spicy flavor and is used in a variety of ways from cooking to magick. Ulcer is generally caused due to imbalance between defensive and offensive factors like acid, pepsin and helicobacter pylori. The part of the ginger plant that is used is the root, which is botanically the rhizome. Ginger is native to warmer parts of asia, such as china. Nowadays, ginger is a very popular spice and many people strongly believe in its medicinal properties. Zingiber officinale is the common cooking ginger, an herbaceous perennial with upright stems and narrow medium green leaves arranged in two ranks on each stem. This root is a common ingredient in many cuisines, including asian and indian dishes. Uses, side effects, interactions, dosage, and warning. Gingers healing properties ginger is probably one of the worlds favorite medicines and cooking ingredients.
A variety of volatile oils enhance the flavor and odor of ginger such as gingerols, shogaols, and zingerone. Effects of different drying methods on the antioxidant. Some physical properties of african oil bean seeds at 8. Ginger is one of the worlds top ten favored spices. Chemically, gingerol is a relative of capsaicin and piperine, the compounds which give chilli peppers and black pepper their respective spiciness. Medicinal properties of ginger zingiber officinale rosc. Several studies have reported that the oil extracted from ginger had scavenging effects due to volatile oils 6,14. Today lets take a look at some of the marvelous uses for ginger. There are two kinds of cardamoms found in the spice world. Hence, ginger, apart from teasing the taste buds, has been used for centuries as a natural. However, if the benefits of ginger treatment outweigh the potential for gastric irritation, then it can be used. Ginger has properties beyond providing a spicy, sweet taste to these cuisines, however.
Medicinal properties of ginger root off the grid news. Nyong be, antibacterial activity and medicinal of anthelmintic activity of zingiber officinale and cassia tora, international properties of ginger zingiber officinale, global journal of pure and applied journal. Medicinal plants and their constituents show a vital effect in the diseases cure especially with properties of being antioxidant, antiinflammatory. Comparision of physical properties of turmeric rhizomes at fresh. Ginger and cumin both are recognized for their antioxidant properties.
Ginger has especially favorable effect on blood vessels, strengthens and purifies them, decreasing the cholesterol contained in the blood. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. Ginger has antibacterial and antifungal properties with great potentials in fighting against common vegetable. Cell culture studies show that ginger has antioxidant properties. Chemical composition and antioxidant properties of ginger. Ginger is a popular home remedy thats used to treat sore throats. Ginger has been traditionally used from time immemorial for varied human ailments in different parts of the globe, to aid digestion and treat stomach upset, diarrhoea, and. The natural benefits of ginger organic consumers association. Chemical composition and antioxidant properties of ginger root zingiber officinale article pdf available in journal of medicinal plant research 424. This research work was focused on two important spices, i. Chemical composition of ginger varieties and dehydration. Physical properties of ginger zingiber officinale by e. An attempt was also made to investigate association between the.
Gingerbread, ginger beer and preserved ginger are all familiar products, but ginger is more than a seasoning its medicinal properties have been valued and used throughout the ages. Review ginger and its effects on inflammatory diseases. It has shown to be effective in treating diseases in humans, poultry and aquaculture owing to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, growth promoter and immunostimulant properties. And because it doesnt shut down the inflammatory process entirely, ginger may actually allow it to work properly and then turn itself off, the way it does with an injury. Physiological and pharmaceutical effects of ginger zingiber officinale roscoe as a valuable medicinal plant jalal bayati zadeh 1 and nasroallah moradi kor 2 1faculty of animal science, shahid bahonar university, kerman, iran 2young researchers and elite club. Ginger root powder is widely used as a dietary supplement as well as a spice and flavoring agent in foods and beverages.
Ginger is a spice that can be commonly found in supermarkets and in the kitchen, either as the fresh root, or in dried, powdered form. Ginger is year properties including physical, mechanical, thermal and optical properties which are the main considerations in the design of popular for its distinct sharp and hot flavor due to an oily machines for postharvest handling of crops. Tanira a, abderrahim nemmar c a department of pharmacology and clinical pharmacy, college of medicine and health sciences, sultan qaboos university, p. Pdf chemical composition and antioxidant properties of. Besides using this tuber as a spice in recipes to give them a certain kick, it can help certain conditions and ailments due to its medicinal and healing properties. Filter paper discs were sterilized in a dry heat sterilizer and kept in the refrigerator for further use. Yet surprisingly, its tremendous medicinal value is virtually unknown. So, this study was designed to evaluate the chemical composition and antioxidant activity of ginger zingiber officinale and cumin cuminum cyminum. Medicinal value of ginger and its knowledge provide the good platform for researchers for future research to protect human beings from several types of diseases.
Rubra extract and suppression of nitric oxide production by its constituents. All oleoresin samples had monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes. Properties of proteolytic enzyme from ginger zingiber officinale roscoe abstract proteases in ginger rhizome have the potentials in industrial applications. Active ingredients of ginger as potential candidates in. Some phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological properties of ginger zingiber officinale roscoe. Recent perspectives on the medicinal potential of ginger btat. Ginger is a plant recently gaining attention in the food and pharmaceutical industries because of its spice and medicinal importance. Ginger as a natural antibiotic is the earliest known medicinal plant.
The major pungent compounds in ginger include potentially active gingerols, which can be converted to shogaols, zingerone, and paradol. Numerous studies have revealed that regular consumption of certain fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of many diseases. Nutritional therapy is a huge aspect of chinese medicine, so know that everything you eat is potentially medicine for your body. In this work ginger oleoresin was obtained with ethanol, isopropanol and liquid carbon dioxide. Ginger root is widely used around the world as a spice or food additive.
Highperformance liquid chromatographic analysis of 6. What are the properties of ginger 6 steps onehowto. The thick roots of this herb have a spicy taste and a pungent aroma that add characteristic flavor to curries, asian soups and stir fry dishes. On sale in pharmacies and health shops also suitable for postpartum depression.
Ginger as an antioxidant and natural cancer fighter. In other studies, ginger also proved to have antiliver damage properties among other beneficial qualities. Furthermore, conventional processing of ginger which include washing, peeling, drying, grinding can. Eat fresh ginger with meals or take 3 capsules of ginger powder per day divided into 3 doses. Antibacterial effect of allium sativum cloves and zingiber.
These properties of ginger and its constituents could be associated with antioxidant, antiinflammatory, and antimutagenic properties as well as other biological activities. Gingerol, properly as 6gingerol, is a chemical compound found in fresh ginger. Puengphian and sirichote 2007 studied the effect of drying ginger rhizome on its 6gingerol content and found that as drying time. A paste of powdered dried ginger was applied to the temples to relieve headache and fresh ginger was mixed with a little honey, tapped off with a pinch of burnt peacock feathers to alley nausea. It has been a part of healing strategies in asia, india, europe, and the middle east for centuries for treatment of such disorders as arthritis, stomach upset, asthma, diabetes, and menstrual irregularities, to name a few. A profile of an alternative medicine howstuffworks. Peeled and sliced ginger can be preserved in sherry or vinegar. The seeds have a pleasant aroma and a characteristic warm, slightly pungent taste. Ginger and turmeric plants have several similar characteristics both possess pale green flowers and are surrounded by long lanceolate leaves. Antimicrobial activity of ginger zingiber officinale extracts 869 antibacterial assay filter paper discs 6mm diameter were prepared using a punch machine. With antioxidant properties, it stimulates bile and protects the liver by preventing the development of cancerous tumors. Some phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological.
Ginger has a long history of medicinal use dating back 2500 years. Curcuma longa is a widely cultivated ginger plant with pungent rhizomes that produce turmeric, a popular spice for curries, food flavouring, and colouring. Ginger zingiber officinale is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root or ginger, is widely. There is hardly any dish in which indians dont put a little bit of turmeric. The indians for millennia knew its multiple benefits, though some indian americans did try to take out patents on them. Esther natural health 0 print this article ginger is a strengthening food that has been used for better than two thousand years to maintain health in many asian cultures. Medicinal properties of ginger, including the alleviation of nausea, arthritis and pain, have been associated with the gingerols. Ginger and its healing properties ministry of health. Ginger is listed th on the most impressive antioxidant list with an orac score of 28,811. Samir malhotra1 and amrit pal singh2 1department of pharmacology.
Aug 23, 2014 a member of the zingiber officinale family, ginger is a spice, medicinal herb and a highly prized food. An overview of its safety and efficacy 3 ginger in 41 patients with leukemia and chemotherapy induced nausea. Alternatively, ginger lollies or ginger ale is sometimes used and a dose of 250 mg every 4 h for motion sickness is safe. Properties of proteolytic enzyme from ginger zingiber.
Major postharvest processing of ginger is being carried out locally in west africa and nigeria due to the. Antimicrobial activity of ginger zingiber officinale. C for about 20 30 minutes and it is aimed to get a better ginger taste and less bitter taste on the traditional ginger drink. Result and discussion proximate composition of the powdered ginger root sample is shown in table i. Think of ginger what comes to mind is its mouthwatering aroma and delightful flavour. For centuries ginger has been an important ingredient in chinese, ayurvedic and tibbunani herbal medicine.
Ginger also treats a broader range of the inflammatory problem because it affects both the cox and the lox enzymes. Ginger belongs to the same family as turmeric and cardamom, and from ancient india and china to greece and rome, the rhizome root of ginger has been revered. Comparison of ginger zingiber officiale roscoe oleoresin. Ginger grows from an aromatic tuberlike rhizome underground stem which is warty and branched. Ginger is an incredibly powerful herb, and i bet that you had no idea of all of the good it was doing for your body by just adding it to your favourite recipe. Useful properties of ginger are useful for patients with bronchial asthma, and it also has healing properties, as it is used to treat skin diseases. Antimicrobial activity of ginger zingiber officinale and. Ginger is one of the important stems and one of the most traded spices in the world. In a study, researchers evaluated whether ethanol extract of ginger possesses antitumour promoting effects in a mouse skin tumorigenesis model. Active ingredients of ginger as potential candidates in the prevention and treatment of diseases via modulation of biological activities arshad h rahmani, 1 fahad m al shabrmi. The rhizome of ginger is an excellent source of dietary fibers that contain certain health benefits, essential oils, moisture, protein, fat, minerals.
Ginger is used as a food, spice, condiment, medicine and ornament. Ginger is very useful in the treatment of several gastrointestinal diseases including peptic and duodenal ulcer. Ginger, garlic, and honey remedy for 8 common ailments. In this study, we developed a highperformance liquid chromatographic hplc method that is suitable for the analysis of 6gingerol, 6shogaol, 8gingerol, and 10gingerol in a wide variety of ginger containing dietary supplements, spices, teas, mints, and beverages. Ginger zingiber officinale is a plant used in traditional medicine against different diseases because of its various properties antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiinflammatory, anticoagulant, etc. Results obtained from the analysis of twenty six varieties of ginger showed that volatile oil, acetone extract, crude fibre and starch content varied from 1 to 2. Ginger will also sweeten and flavor cooking oil before you add additional ingredients. Ginger is a natural antiinflammatory ginger is a pain reliever antibacterial extremely grounding as it is a root grown in the soil when i coach clients who have an addiction to sugar i recommend them to drink ginger tea either in the morning or afternoon. The antioxidant components analysed were polyphenols, vitamin c. Turmeric rhizomes, physical properties, boiling, drying, moisture content. Ginger s culinary qualities are a delight, but its health benefits are simply stunning. Thirupathihalli pandurangappa krishna murthy 1, balaraman manohar 2. Many ginger species and 4 of the 19 genera in borneo are endemic to the island, which is one of the worlds hotspots of plant diversity.