Alpinia galanga is aromatic and carminative; the effects is similar to Ginger.
Active Ingredients
Galangal rhizome contains: 0.5-1.0% volatile oil containing sesquiterpenes and alcohols together
with a small amount of eugenol; pungent substances formerly called galangol containing diarylheptanoids; gingerol; flavonoids
including quercetin and kaempferol; sterols and sterol glycosides.
Traditional Usage
Anorexia, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antispasmodic, Bile
Stimulant, Catarrh (mucous), Cleansing, Detoxification, Digestive Disorders, Dyspepsia, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Indigestion,
Vascular Disorders
Dosage
Tincture: 1 - 3 ml. daily
Infusion: 1 - 2 cups daily
Precaution
Do not take Galangal if you have a long-term problem with your gastrointestinal tract (stomach
or intestines)
Reference
PRELIMINARY STUDY OF ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES ON MEDICINAL HERBS OF THAI FOOD INGREDIENTS
Authors S. Chaisawadi, D. Thongbute, W. Methawiriyasilp, N. Pitakworarat, A. Chaisawadi, K. Jaturonrasamee, J. Khemkhaw, W. Tanuthumchareon
Constituents from seeds of Alpinia galanga Wild, and their anti-ulcer activities.
Mitsui S, Kobayashi S, Nagahori H, Ogiso A.
Toxicity studies on Alpinia galanga and Curcuma longa.
Qureshi S, Shah AH, Ageel AM.
Analysis of the essential oils of the leaves, stems, rhizomes and roots of the medicinal plant Alpinia galanga from southern India.
Jirovetz L, Buchbauer G, Shafi MP, Leela NK.
Institute of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Vienna, A-1090 Vienna, Austria. leopold.jirovetz@univie.ac.at
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It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage.
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