Ginger

Common name : Ginger

Scientific name : Zingiberofficinale Roscoe

It is an annual crop, it has rootstock which is comprised of several segments that has white or light yellow pulp. with unique odor.

It contains various essential oils such as Camphene, Bisabalene, Zingiberol, Zingberene, Borneol and Linalool.

It contains substances which give hot sensation such as Shogoal and Zingerone.

It contains aromatic substances such as Aromatic Ketone; as well as pigment, starch and resin.

Internal use: fresh and dried ginger can be used as ingredient for food and beverage; dried powder can be used as ingredient for medicine.

External use: extracted oil can be used as ingredient for external medicine.

Be careful for usage in patient with gallstones.

Be careful for usage in conjunction with Anticoagulants

Do not consume ginger excessively, as it may cause peptic ulcer, and affect blood circulation.

Treat flatulence

Reduce Muscle Pain and Soreness

Ginger Powder May Significantly Reduce Menstrual Pain

Help Prevent Cancer