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Black galingale

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Krachaidum
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Kaempferia parviflora

Description: Black galingale is a plant native to Thailand. It is from zingiberaceae family. Its rhizome is used medicinally.

Oral Uses

  • Impotence RatingRatingRating

    Black galingale increases libido in men; improves energy production. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Athletic performance RatingRating

    Black galingale improves athletic performance and energy production. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Fatigue RatingRating

    Black galingale improves energy production; alleviates fatigue. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • General circulatory conditions RatingRating

    Black galingale improves blood circulation. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Malaria RatingRating

    Black galingale alleviates symptoms. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • GERD Rating

    Black galingale helps eliminate gas; improves digestion. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Hypertension Rating

    Black galingale is a diuretic; reduces blood pressure. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Aphrodisiac RatingRatingRating

    Black galingale is an aphrodisiac; increases libido in men only. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Male sexual tonic RatingRatingRating

    Black galingale is a male sexual tonic; strengthens male sexual organs. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Stimulant RatingRatingRating

    Black galingale is a stimulant; stimulates and increases body functions and energy. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRating

    Black galingale is an antifungal; fights fungus. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Diuretic RatingRating

    Black galingale is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory Rating

    Black galingale is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antibacterial Rating

    Black galingale is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

Recommended Dosage

Take 0.5-1.0 g of black galingale daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many weeks.

Cautions & Side Effects

Side effects of black galingale in normal doses: High body temperature, sweating. At high doses it may produce arrhythmia and palpitation. Safety for pregnant or nursing women, children or for people with liver and kidney disease is unknown.

Available Forms

Black galingale is available in tablet, capsule, tea bag and bulk form.

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