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In Asia, this herb is also used for arthritis, diabetes, diarrhea, and difficulty swallowing. However, its effectiveness for these problems has not been confirmed. Galangal has an exotic provenance. The name itself is an Arabic corruption of the Chinese word for ginger. The plant grows in India, Thailand, and southern China, and was probably introduced to the West by Arab or Greek physicians. Galangal has been used as a spice for over 1,000 years. Galangal has several medicinal actions. It relieves spasms, combats inflammation, and fights bacteria.
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