{"product_id":"zingiber-officinale-ginger-whole-slices-tbc","title":"Zingiber officinale (Ginger) Whole Slices TBC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZingiber officinale, commonly known as Ginger, is an upright herbaceous perennial plant. It usually grows between 1 and 1.8 meters tall. The visible stems are not true stems. They are pseudostems formed by tightly wrapped leaf bases. The leaves are long, narrow, and grow alternately along the plant. The most important part of ginger is its underground rhizome. This rhizome is thick, branched, and knobby in shape. It has a light brown, cork-like outer skin and a pale yellow, fibrous inside. The rhizome gives off a strong, spicy aroma. Ginger does not grow naturally in the wild and is considered a cultivated plant. Its origin is linked to Maritime Southeast Asia. Today, ginger is grown widely in tropical and subtropical regions. India is the largest producer. In India, it is mainly cultivated in Andhra Pradesh and the North Eastern states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthcare Perspective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Ayurveda, Ginger is known as Vishwabhesaja, meaning “the universal medicine.” It is used in two main forms: fresh ginger, called Ardraka, and dried ginger, called Shunthi. Fresh ginger has a pungent taste, known as Katu, and a heating effect, called Ushna. It is traditionally used to balance Vata and Kapha doshas. Ginger is well known for supporting digestion by strengthening Agni, or digestive fire. It is commonly used to relieve indigestion, nausea, and motion sickness. Across many cultures, ginger tea is a simple home remedy for colds, sore throat, and chest congestion. Beyond digestion, traditional systems in Asia use ginger in herbal blends such as Trikatu. These formulations help improve the absorption of other herbs and support joint comfort and healthy blood circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytochemical Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe strong activity and pungent taste of Zingiber officinale come from its complex chemical makeup. Ginger contains more than 400 identified natural compounds. The main non-volatile active compounds are gingerols, especially 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol, and 10-gingerol. These are most abundant in fresh ginger. When ginger is dried or heated, gingerols change into shogaols, which are more pungent, or into zingerone, which has a milder and sweeter aroma. Ginger also contains essential oils at about 1–3 percent. These oils are mainly made up of sesquiterpenes such as alpha-zingiberene, beta-bisabolene, and ar-curcumene, which give ginger its characteristic scent. In addition, ginger contains paradols, flavonoids, and a protein-digesting enzyme called zingibain. It also provides important minerals, including magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo not use if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications. Discontinue use if diarrhea or loose stools occur. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cultivators-b2b-new","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46730766778537,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/7161\/7449\/files\/v2_aa34422c-7b80-496e-bef0-3d1d5876fad8.jpg?v=1770981335","url":"https:\/\/cultivatornatural.com\/products\/zingiber-officinale-ginger-whole-slices-tbc","provider":"cultivators-b2b-new","version":"1.0","type":"link"}