An Overview Of Recent Research On The Pharmacological, Toxicological, And Phytochemical Properties Of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Roscoe)

Abstract

Since ancient times, ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe, Zingiberaceae) has been used in Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Tibb-Unani herbal medicines all over the world for a variety of unrelated illnesses. Rheumatism, arthritis, sprains, sore throats, cramps, constipation, indigestion, vomiting, fever, infectious diseases, and helminthiasis are a few of these conditions. Ginger is currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity, and a large number of scientific studies are being carried out to determine the active ingredients of the plant, validate its pharmacological actions and constituents, and provide evidence for the plant's application in treating a range of diseases. This article's objective is to review the most notable recent reports on these investigations. Ginger and the compounds extracted from it have a multitude of pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, anti-tumorigenic, anti-apoptotic, anti-hyperglycaemic, anti-lipidemic, and anti-emetic effects. Strong antioxidants like ginger have the power to reduce or even stop the production of free radicals. It's believed to be a safe herbal remedy with very minor negative effects. Further studies on the kinetics of ginger and its components, as well as the long-term effects of consumption in humans and animals are required.