Japanese Myoga Ginger vs Ginger

Native Japanese ginger with edible flower buds used in folk medicine for digestive, anti-inflammatory, and appetite-stimulating properties.

Ginger is a tropical flowering plant whose rhizome is widely used as both a spice and a medicine. It has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal medicine for over 5,000 years. Known for its warming properties, ginger is one of the most versatile and well-researched medicinal herbs.

myogadial, myogaenol, shogaol, gingerol

Gingerols, Shogaols, Zingerone, Paradols, Zingiberene

digestive stimulant in Japanese folk medicine, treatment of nausea, appetite enhancement

Nausea and vomiting relief, Digestive stimulant, Cold and flu remedy, Circulation enhancer, Anti-inflammatory agent

carminative, anti-inflammatory, digestive

Motion sickness and nausea, Morning sickness (in pregnancy, limited doses), Osteoarthritis pain, Digestive complaints, Chemotherapy-induced nausea

2-4g fresh or dried buds; food amounts as vegetable

250-1000mg dried ginger 2-4 times daily, or fresh ginger tea 2-4 cups daily

anticoagulants - mild

Gallstones, Bleeding disorders, Pre-surgery (stop 1 week before)