hi Tam,

I've never heard of ginger root being used for rashes or headaches Mostly as a folk remedy for nausea, upset stomach and indigestion. I just buy the fresh root at a grocery store, although I do have ground dried ginger on my spice rack.

Actually, the info at Healthwell.com does mention headaches as a traditional use for ginger, but there's no scientific basis for that.

Perhaps the fact that ginger can help to settle a queasy stomach is where the idea that it's an appetite stimulant comes from? In that case, it would be helpful for someone with no appetite or who feels nauseous .. but probably no effect on someone with normal appetite.


Doreen