Ginger Syrup

Zingiber officinale (syrup)

Evidence: AFamily: Zingiberaceae

Pregnancy:SafeNursing:SafeChildren:Safe

Ginger root simmered and combined with honey — a warming immune and digestive syrup. 1 tbsp as needed for nausea, 3-4x daily for colds. Traditional home remedy.

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Pregnancysafe

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Pediatricsafe

Contraindications: Children under 1 (honey). Gallstones.

Interactions: Blood thinners (high dose), diabetes meds.

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Known Interactions

Blood thinners (high dose), diabetes meds.

Contraindications

Children under 1 (honey). Gallstones.

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Side Effects

Very safe. Warming, sweet, spicy.

How to Prepare Ginger Syrup

Herbal SyrupEasy · 45-60 minutes

Equipment

Pot, Strainer, Glass jar or bottle, Measuring cups, Honey or sugar

Instructions

1Make a strong decoction: simmer 1/2 cup dried herbs in 2 cups water for 30-45 minutes until reduced to 1 cup.
2Strain the decoction thoroughly, pressing herbs to extract all liquid.
3While still warm (not hot), add 1 cup of raw honey. Stir until fully dissolved.
4For a sugar-based syrup: dissolve 1.5 cups sugar into the hot decoction on low heat.
5Pour into clean glass jars. Let cool completely before sealing.
6Adults: 1 tablespoon 3-4 times daily. Children over 1 year: 1 teaspoon 3-4 times daily.

Tips

• Honey-based syrups taste better and have their own antimicrobial properties.
• Add honey AFTER the liquid cools below 110°F (43°C) to preserve beneficial enzymes.
• Elderberry syrup is the most popular — add ginger, cinnamon, and cloves for flavor and potency.

Honey-based syrups are NOT safe for children under 1 year (botulism risk). Use sugar-based syrup for infants if needed, under practitioner guidance.

Refrigerate and use within 2-3 months. Adding brandy extends to 6+ months.

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