Ingredient

Ginger

Adrak (Hindi) · Inji (Tamil) · Zingiber officinale

A pungent, warming root used worldwide for nausea, digestion, and respiratory comfort.

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Key benefits

What it can help with

Calms nausea and motion sickness

Eases bloating and sluggish digestion

Soothes coughs and sore throat

Warms the body in cold weather

How to use

Simple ways to bring it home

1.Ginger tea (sliced root simmered 8 minutes)
2.Honey-ginger lozenge mixture for cough
3.Crushed in warm water with lemon, sipped before meals

Precautions

Use thoughtfully

Limit to 1 g/day in pregnancy
May interact with blood thinners
Heartburn-prone individuals should test small amounts

Not a substitute for medical care. Always patch-test, start with the smallest amount, and consult a qualified practitioner if you're pregnant, nursing, treating a child, or managing a medical condition. If symptoms persist beyond a few days, see a doctor.

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