I used peppermint/ginger tea when I was pregnant with my last child to help with the nausea and it seemed to work, I didn't really notice a pain decrease though (I think I was distracted by the fact that I was so sick from my pregnancy, LOL). I do know Herbal Tea in general is supposed to make you feel better. did some research and this is what I found: Compounds in the ginger rhizome, called oleoresins, have anti-inflammatory properties and are also known to have a positive effect on the muscles in the digestive tract. Ginger is probably most famous for its anti-nausea properties. It has been studied for use in treating nausea after surgery and after chemotherapy. Similarly, ginger may be effective in treating motion sickness and reducing flatulence. Ginger may increase the risk of bleeding during surgery, and should be discontinued before any surgical procedure. This herb may also increase bile flow, and therefore should not be used by people with a history of gallstones. Some people report that they experience heartburn after taking ginger. You may be able to find more on it but this is a start. |
