ulcer agent in animals. Also, it has anti-depressant, anti-diarrheal and strong antioxidant activity. Ginger
is also high in anti-cancer activity.
Ginger has been successfully used in the treatment of vomiting, headaches, chest congestion, cholera,
colds, diarrhea, stomachache, and nervous diseases.
Other research on gingerols demonstrated, the active components of ginger (the rhizome of Zingiber
officinale, Roscoe), represent a potential new class of platelet activation inhibitors. Ginger’s blood
thinning effects provide great benefits for heart disease patients.
Chewing on a small piece of fresh ginger with a little honey, drinking some water with a few drops of
ginger extract, or taking capsules of ginger powder are the best options of choice. To stimulate gastric
juices, take some grated ginger with a pinch of unrefined sea salt before meals.
Cayenne Pepper—To Protect Your Heart And Stomach
According to research by Italian doctors, red pepper powder (cayenne) has been shown to reduce
symptoms in more than half of patients suffering with functional dyspepsia. The subjects consumed 2.5
grams of red pepper powder each day (divided into capsules taken before each of three meals).
Many herbalists believe that Cayenne not only aids the digestive system, but also benefits the heart and
circulatory system. It acts as a catalyst and increases the effectiveness of other herbs when used with
them. Cayenne is very rich in vitamins A & C, has the complete B complexes, and is very high in organic
calcium and potassium, which is one of the reasons it is good for the heart. Cayenne has been known to
stop heart attacks within 30 seconds (a teaspoon of Cayenne extract in a glass of hot water every 15
minutes until the crisis has passed). Pitta types may not benefit as much from red pepper as Vata and
Kapha types.
Cloves—Nature’s Pharmacy
Cloves have warming, antibacterial and antiseptic properties. This herb relieves pain, lessens nausea
and prevents or relieves vomiting. It combats and neutralizes pathogenic bacteria and prevents infection.
It is often used as a topical tooth and gum painkiller. Chewing on a piece of clove after meals helps
remove bad breath.
Clove has great preventative value for a number of disorders. For example, it discourages blood
platelet clumping, which is associated with cardiovascular disease. This herb contains volatile, essential
oils that aid digestion and relieve gas pain and distention; it promotes peristalsis. Its astringent effect helps
keep hemorrhages under control.
In addition, clove encourages the loosening of phlegm from the respiratory tract. It also stimulates
blood flow to the skin causing localized reddening. For those who easily get cold inside the body, this
herb increases internal heat, dispels internal chill and strengthens metabolism and circulation. Clove
strengthens stomach functions, and restores, nourishes, and supports the entire body; it exerts a gently
strengthening effect on the body. For those afflicted with parasites, clove expels or repels intestinal
worms.
One of the most promising effects of cloves is derived from its cholesterol lowering effects. Every day
for about one month, let six pieces of clove soak in half a glass of water overnight, remove the cloves in
the mornings with a spoon or fork, and drink this water every day for about one month. This should help
restore your cholesterol levels back to what is normal for your body.