Description
Chinese ginger, Rangoon ginger, Local ginger
Kurunagala, Kandy, Gampaha, Colombo and Kegalle
Scientists and historians trace back ginger’s history to the lush jungles of Southern Asia. There is also a school of thought that believes the vegetable originated in India.
Pungent aroma and sharp, spicy flavor
Ginger is known for its many health benefits and has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It is used in Ayurvedic medicine to alleviate digestive issues such as bloating, gas, and indigestion, as well as respiratory issues like coughs and asthma. Ginger is also believed to have anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation and pain in the body.
In addition, ginger is known to be a natural remedy for nausea and vomiting, making it useful for motion sickness, morning sickness during pregnancy, and chemotherapy-induced nausea. However, it is important to note that more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness for some of these conditions.
Ginger has been used for centuries to treat/reduce inflammation. The phenolic compounds in ginger help relieve gastrointestinal irritation, stimulate saliva and bile production and suppress gastric contractions and movement of food and fluids through the GI tract. Chewing the vegetable raw or drinking ginger tea is a common home remedy for nausea during cancer treatment.
Love cookies? Try baking giant ginger cookies for a healthier snack. Stir together flour, ground ginger, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground cloves and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside. Add butter and 2 cups granulated sugar and beat in a large mixing bowl until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Add eggs and molasses and continue beating. Add the flour mixture and mix using a wooden spoon. Bake in your oven at 350°F oven for 12 to 14 minutes or until cookies are light brown and puffed. Serve and delight your friends and family!
