Ginger

Also know as Adrak, Root Ginger, Gingembre, Inji  It is used in various forms like fresh, tender, dried, crystallized and in the powder form. In Asian cooking, ginger is almost always used minced, crushed or sliced. In meat curry or karahi dishes it is a essential ingredient.  Ginger is an effective cure for congestion, sore throat, cold and cough. It is noted as having antioxidant effects. Ginger is a good source of potassium, magnesium, copper, manganese and vitamin B6.It aids digestion. Thus it helps relieve indigestion, diarrhea, stomach cramps etc. It is used to treat nausea. The anti inflammatory properties help relieve pain and reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, muscle pains etc. Ginger’s therapeutic properties help stimulate blood circulation, cleanse the bowels and kidneys, remove toxins from the body and nourish the skin. It is used in the treatment of asthma and other respiratory problems.