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GlossaryZingiber officinale

flowering plant known as ginger, used for spice and medicine

Zingiber officinale, commonly known as ginger, is a flowering plant whose rhizome, or underground stem, is widely used as a spice and for its medicinal properties. It contains bioactive compounds like gingerol, which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, making it beneficial for treating nausea, digestive issues, and potentially aiding in hair growth by improving scalp circulation.

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research Successful treatment of Alopecia Areata with local application of Zingiber officinalis and

January 2015

A paste made from ginger and croton seeds effectively treated Alopecia Areata.

research Hair Growth Activity Test of White Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) Extract and Red Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rubra) Extract

2 citations , January 2018 in “Proceedings of the International Conference of Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental and Ramification Researches”

Red ginger extract promotes hair growth better than white ginger extract.