Vitamins and Minerals
Ginger has a rich amount of Vitamin C, vitamin B, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin. Ginger also contains phosphorus, calcium, iron, gingerol, shogaols, zingerone, and zingiberene.
Essential to (Body parts/Functions)
Ginger has powerful medicinal properties. It can treat different forms of nausea such as morning sickness. It increases mental health and aid in weight loss. Ginger prevents you from degeneration of your joints that may cause joint pain and stiffness. It is also beneficial to heart health and it saves you from many cardiovascular diseases. Ginger also lowers blood sugar levels.
Origin and Usage
Ginger was dfdgated from maritime Southeast Asia by Austronesian people. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae. Ginger is juicy, fleshy vegetable with a mild taste. It is used in cooking, rice, soups, and cuisine. It is also pickled. Minced ginger can be used to flavor fried rice, meats, and fries.
Varieties and types
Common types of ginger are Indian or Chinese ginger, Turmeric, peacock ginger, White ginger, and Galangal.
Cultural value
Ginger has much importance in many cultures. It is considered folk medicine.
Production
India, China, Nigeria, and Nepal are the largest countries that produces the ginger