Ginger, also known as “Root Ginger”, can be consumed as a delicacy, medicine, or used as a spice for cooking or tea. The ginger has a long history of cultivation, having originated in Asia and is grown in India, Southeast Asia, West Africa, and the Caribbean. Ginger compounds may decrease joint pain from arthritis and may have blood-thinning and cholesterol-lowering properties that may make them useful for treating heart disease. This herb has been found effective in multiple studies for treating diarrhea, nausea caused by sea and morning sickness and chemotherapy