Ginger

Improves digestion and reduces flatulence and colic. Alleviates motion sickness and nausea. Anti-oxidant and useful for circulatory problems. Excellent for ulcers and also increases peristalsis and the secretion of bile and gastric juices. Cholesterol-lowering. As gargle - helps with sore throat.

Warning: should not be taken by people with inflammatory skin conditions, ulcers of the digestive tract or high fever.