Galangal Root (Whole)
Botanical name: (Alpinia galanga)
Also Known As: Galanga, blue ginger,or laos
Not only delicious as cooking ingredients, especially in Asian cuisine, ginger also has health benefits. Galangal is rich in iron, vitamin C and A, and anti—inflammatory substances. In its raw form, galangal has a citrusy, piney, earthy aroma, with hints of cedar and soap in the flavor; its flavor is a complement to its relative ginger, but galangal has little of the peppery heat that raw ginger has.
Anti—inflammatory substances in these galangal useful as a treatment of arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Galangal can also help restore a sense of discomfort due to inflammation in the stomach and ulcers. To relieve seasickness or the road trip, you can also chew a few slices of galangal. Galangal also contain antioxidants that can minimize damage to the body due to exposure to toxins and free radicals.
To expedite the flow of blood, add the galangal into everyday dishes. When you have diarrhea, chewing also several slices of galangal to ease it.
Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. We at eSutras do not recommend internal use of supplements or herbs without prior consultation with your doctor or herbalist.
