Ginger
Zingiber officinale
A warming rhizome with a long culinary and medicinal history across South and East Asia.
What the research says
Gingerols and shogaols are the primary active compounds, studied for anti-inflammatory activity and for reducing nausea, including motion and pregnancy-related nausea.
Brewing tip
Slice thin rather than chop — more surface area means a fuller extraction in less time.
Teas with ginger
Questions
Fresh vs dried?+
Drying converts gingerols to shogaols, which taste hotter and less citric.
Too strong?+
Halve the steep time or dilute with hot water after brewing.