The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s25.t1.4
The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s25.t1.4
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c5.s25.t1.4
Ginger with salt taken before meals, is highly praised as a carminative. It is said to purify the tongue and throat, increase the appetite and produce an agreeable sensation. Ginger forms the active ingredient of several medicines for dyspepsia and hæmorrhoids.