Ginger

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English Name: Ginger

Botanical Name: Zingiber Officinale

Common Name: Adrak

Ginger is a one of the most commonly consumed dietary condiments in the world. It is a member of a plant family that includes cardamom, turmeric and galangal. Its spicy aroma is because of the presence of ketones, especially the gingerols, which is the primary component of ginger as per several health-related scientific research. It is one of the first spices to have been exported from Asia, arriving in Europe with the spice trade and was used by ancient Greeks and Romans.

It is cultivated in India and is used as fresh vegetable and as dried spice. It is obtained from the rhizomes of Zingiber Officinale. North-East India takes a leading part in the production of Ginger, where more than 70% of total ginger is produced. The region boasts of several varities of Ginger such as Maran, Nadia, Aizol Ginger, etc.

Ginger is used in numerous forms, including fresh, dried, pickled, preserved, crystallized, candied, and powdered or ground. It is somewhat peppery and slightly sweet and has a strong and spicy aroma. Gingerol is the major constituent of fresh ginger and is found slightly in dry ginger, whereas, Shogaol is more abundant in dry ginger.

Ginger is propagated by planting root-stalk cuttings and has been under this type of cultivation. Harvesting is done just by lifting the rhizomes from the soil, cleansing them, and drying them in the sun. Dry Ginger is irregular in shape and can be dark yellow, light brown or pale buff in colour.

Ginger has been used in cooking and medicine. It is a home remedy for nausea, stomach pain and other health issues. It is also used in herbal tea and may help relieve vomiting and aids digestion. Antioxidants and other nutrients in ginger root may help prevent or treat arthritis, inflammation, and various types of infection. Ginger may also reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other health problems.

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