SUKKU - சுக்கு (सोंठ) / DRIED GINGER / ZINGIBER OFFICINALE
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SUKKU - சுக்கு (सोंठ) / DRIED GINGER / ZINGIBER OFFICINALE

SKU: THO-013
1.THOGAI BRAND IS THE PRODUCT ORIENTED COMPANY, WE ARE GETTING THE PRODUCTS DIRECTLY FROM FARMERS.SO ITS NOT SUBJECTED TO ANY FILTERATION BECAUSE OF LOOSING ORIGINALITY.ITS 100% ORGANIC, NON-GMO (NON-GENETICALLY MODIFIES ORGANISM) AND 100% VEGEN.

2.WHAT IS IT: IT USES IN DIGESTION, HELPS REDUCE COUGH AND HEADACHE. SUKKU IS NOTHING BUT DRY GINGER. DRY GINGER IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE A LOT OF MEDICINAL PROPERTIES.

3.WHOM WILL USE: IT’S A UNISEX (BOTH MEN AND WOMEN) CONSUMABLE PRODUCT.

4.HOW TO USE: USE AFTER REMOVING ITS SKIN.USED FOR HERBAL TEA,ITS PASTE IS USED FOR HEADACHE

5.WHAT HAPPENED TO USE IT: BEST REMEDY FOR COLD, HELPS FOR DIGESTION, HELPFUL FOR HEADACHE.

6.SIDE EFFECTS: PROVERB-TOO MUCH OF ANYTHING IS GOOD FOR NOTHING. IT IS RARE TO HAVE SIDE EFFECTS FROM GINGER. IN HIGH DOSES IT MAY CAUSE MILD HEARTBURN, DIARRHEA, AND IRRITATION OF THE MOUTH. IF THERE IS ANY DOUBTS/PREGNANCY WOMENS, SHOULD BE TAKEN UNDER MEDICAL SUPERVISION.

7.THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE NOT EVALUATED BY ANY GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS.THE ABOVE HINTS AND GUIDANCE ARE TAKEN FROM SIDDHA BOOK.

8.NOTE: ABOVE MENTION THAT, THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT SUBJECTED TO ANY FILTERATION SO MAY BE SOME DUST IN THE PRODUCTS; SHOULD CLEAN THE PRODUCTS BEFORE USUAGE OF IT. THERE IS ANY ALLERGIES ALREADY OCCURS; DOCTOR GUIDANCE MUST.
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? Sukku – Product Description

Common Name: Sukku / Dry Ginger
Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale (Dried rhizome)
Family: Zingiberaceae
Plant Part Used: Rhizome (underground stem), dried and powdered

Form Available:

  • Whole dried ginger pieces

Taste (Rasa): Pungent
Energy (Virya): Heating
Post-digestive Effect (Vipaka): Sweet

Aroma & Flavor: Strong, spicy, earthy aroma with warming, peppery taste


Health Benefits of Sukku

1. Digestive Health

  • Stimulates appetite, enhances digestion, and relieves bloating, gas, and constipation

  • Used in Sukku kashayam for stomach discomfort and indigestion

2. Cold, Cough & Respiratory Relief

  • Excellent for relieving cold, cough, sore throat, bronchitis, and asthma symptoms

  • Acts as a natural decongestant and expectorant

3. Anti-inflammatory & Pain Relief

  • Reduces joint pain, muscle aches, and inflammation

  • Effective in managing arthritis and rheumatic pain

4. Immunity Booster

  • Strengthens the immune system

  • Helps fight infections, fever, and improves overall resilience

5. Supports Metabolism & Weight Loss

  • Increases metabolic activity

  • Helps burn fat and reduce water retention

6. Menstrual and Reproductive Support

  • Eases menstrual cramps and promotes regular flow

  • Used in postnatal care formulations

7. Antioxidant & Anti-microbial

  • Contains gingerol and shogaol, which are potent antioxidants and anti-bacterial agents

  • Helps detoxify the body and reduce oxidative stress


? Other Common Names for Sukku

Language Name
Tamil சுக்கு (Sukku)
Sanskrit Shunthi
Hindi सोंठ (Saunth)
Malayalam ചുക്ക് (Chukku)
Kannada ಶುಂಟಿ (Shunti)
Telugu సుంఠి (Sonti)
Marathi सुंठ (Suntha)
Gujarati સૂંઠ (Soonth)
English Dry Ginger / Dried Ginger Root

⚠️ Precautions

  • Should be taken in moderation due to its heating nature

  • Not recommended in ulcer patients or those with high pitta unless balanced with cooling herbs

  • May interact with blood-thinning medications – consult a doctor if on such prescriptions

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We accept returns within 7 days of delivery for damaged or incorrect products. Please contact us at info@thogai.in with your order number and photos.

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