Diabetics may require adjustment of insulin dose. Ginger Used to treat colds, appetite loss, motion sickness, nausea and vomiting, also as blood thinner. Pregnant women, people taking blood-thinning drugs, and those with bleeding disorders, ulcers or gallstones should avoid taking large amounts. May increase the risk of bleeding when used with blood-thinning meds. Reduces nausea caused by cancer chemotherapy.
Allergic reactions affecting the skin and gastrointestinal tract are rare.
Should be avoided by people with risk factors for brain hemorrhage. May increase the risk of bleeding when used with blood-thinning meds. Reverses sexual dysfunction linked to such antidepressants as Prozac and Zoloft. Herbal tonic used to improve stamina and concentration, and to reduce fatigue. Long-term use among HIVers should be supervised by a licensed practitioner.