Ginger

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Ginger

Discover why ginger has been used for centuries and how gingerols make it one of the world's most researched botanical ingredients.

Ginger has been used in traditional cooking and wellness practices for thousands of years. Naturally rich in plant compounds called gingerols, it is widely valued for its role in digestive comfort, healthy inflammatory response and antioxidant protection.

In our formulas, we use ginger with purpose to provide concentrated gingerols alongside complementary botanical ingredients.

The Basics

Understanding Ginger

Ginger vs Gingerols

People often use the terms ginger and gingerols interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. Ginger is the whole root, while gingerols are some of the naturally occurring active compounds found within it.

Ginger

Ginger is the underground root (rhizome) of the Zingiber officinale plant. It has been used for centuries around the world as both a culinary spice and a traditional botanical, naturally containing a wide range of beneficial plant compounds.

Gingerols

Gingerols are the primary naturally occurring compounds found in fresh ginger. They are responsible for much of ginger's characteristic flavour and are among the most widely researched compounds within the root.

95% Gingerols

95% ginger extract is a highly concentrated form of ginger standardised to contain 95% gingerols. It provides a consistent source of ginger's naturally occurring active compounds in a much smaller serving than whole ginger root.

Key Benefits

Why It’s Used

Digestive Health

Supports healthy digestion and digestive comfort.

Healthy Inflammatory Response

Supports the body's normal inflammatory response.

Antioxidant Protection

Helps protect cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals.

Immune Support

Supports the normal function of the immune system.

Healthy Circulation

Supports healthy blood flow and vascular function.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ginger the same as gingerols?

No. Ginger is the whole root of the Zingiber officinale plant, while gingerols are naturally occurring compounds found within the root.

Why use a concentrated ginger extract?

A concentrated extract provides a consistent level of gingerols, allowing a much higher concentration of the root's naturally occurring compounds than whole ginger alone.

What does 95% gingerols mean?

It means the ginger extract has been standardised to contain 95% gingerols, ensuring a consistent amount of these naturally occurring compounds in every serving.

Can I take ginger every day?

Ginger is commonly consumed daily as both a food and a supplement. Supplements should always be taken according to the recommended directions.

Why is ginger combined with turmeric?

Ginger and turmeric have been used together for centuries. They naturally complement one another and are frequently combined in modern botanical food supplements.

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