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
Stimulates appetite, enhances digestion, and relieves bloating, gas, and constipation
Used in Sukku kashayam for stomach discomfort and indigestion
Excellent for relieving cold, cough, sore throat, bronchitis, and asthma symptoms
Acts as a natural decongestant and expectorant
Reduces joint pain, muscle aches, and inflammation
Effective in managing arthritis and rheumatic pain
Strengthens the immune system
Helps fight infections, fever, and improves overall resilience
Increases metabolic activity
Helps burn fat and reduce water retention
Eases menstrual cramps and promotes regular flow
Used in postnatal care formulations
Contains gingerol and shogaol, which are potent antioxidants and anti-bacterial agents
Helps detoxify the body and reduce oxidative stress
| 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 |
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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