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Ayurvedic Herbs Of Nepal, ZINGIBER OFFICINALE , सुठो (Sutho)

SUTHO (ZINGIBER OFFICINALE)

Nepali Name: सुठो, Sutho

Scientific Name: Zingiber officinale

Hindi Name: Hindi: सोंठ (Sonth)

Traditional Uses:

• Stimulant: Ginger is known for its stimulating properties, which can help invigorate the body.

• Diaphoretic: It promotes sweating, aiding in the detoxification process and reducing fever.

• Spasmolytic: Ginger has spasm-relieving properties, making it useful in alleviating spasms and cramps.

• Carminative: It helps relieve flatulence and reduces gas in the digestive system.

• Flavouring Agent: Used to enhance the taste of dishes and beverages.

• Dyspepsia and Flatulence Colic: Prescribed to address digestive issues such as indigestion and colic associated with flatulence.

• Tonic and Stimulating Remedies: Sutho is often used as an adjunct to tonics and stimulating remedies to enhance their effectiveness.

• Colds: Beneficial in treating common colds, providing relief from symptoms.

• Vomiting and Productive Cough: Effective in reducing vomiting and addressing productive cough.

• Gastralgia due to Cold: Used for gastralgia (stomach pain) caused by exposure to cold conditions.

• Diarrhoea: Can be employed in the management of diarrhea.

• Indistinct Pulse and Cold Extremities: Used when there are signs of an indistinct pulse and cold extremities.

Process of Use:

1. Decoction for Colds:

• Prepare a decoction by boiling ginger in water.

• Consume the decoction to alleviate symptoms of the common cold.

2. In Dyspepsia and Flatulence Colic:

• Include ginger in the diet or consume as a tea.

• Ginger can be chewed directly or added to meals to address digestive issues.

3. As a Spice in Nepal Cuisine:

• Grate or finely chop ginger and use it in various Nepali dishes for added flavor.

• Incorporate ginger into curries, soups, and teas.

4. For Gastralgia, Vomiting, and Diarrhoea:

• Prepare a ginger tea by steeping fresh ginger in hot water.

• Drink the tea to soothe the stomach and alleviate symptoms.

5. Adjunct to Tonics and Stimulating Remedies:

• Combine ginger with other tonic herbs or remedies as recommended by a healthcare provider.

• Enhances the overall effectiveness of the prescribed treatment.

6. In Productive Cough:

• Prepare a ginger-infused honey syrup.

• Consume the syrup to relieve cough and soothe the throat.

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