Ginger's pungent rhizome has warmed Ayurvedic digestion and circulation for millennia, prized for its ability to kindle agni (digestive fire) while calming inflammatory imbalance. Its signature warming potency and ability to enhance nutrient absorption make it foundational to Ayurvedic practice across all constitutional types.
rhizome
tea, decoction, powder, tincture, oil
1–2 tsp fresh rhizome or 0.5–1 tsp dried powder as tea 2–3x daily; 1–2g dried extract daily
Generally recognized as safe. High doses may cause heartburn.
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