The efficacy and function of galangal

Alpinia galanga is a very nutritious and precious medicinal material. Eating it regularly can have very good effects and functions. So how should we eat Alpinia galanga? What specific benefits can eating Alpinia galanga have for our body? We need to understand some professional knowledge of Alpinia galanga to answer these questions.

[Alias] Alpinia galanga, Alpinia officinalis (Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine).

[Source] It is the rhizome of Alpinia galanga, a plant of the ginger family. Dig up the rhizomes in February and March, wash and dry them. Or slice and dry.

[Original form] Alpinia galanga, also known as: cardamom flower (Guihai Yuhengzhi).

[Habitat distribution] Grown beside mountain streams and in thickets. Distributed in Guangdong, Guangxi, Yunnan, Taiwan and other places. Produced in Guangxi.

[Properties] The dry rhizome is cylindrical, much-branched, 8 to 12 cm long and 2 to 3 cm in diameter. The surface is reddish brown or dark purple, with longitudinal wrinkles, wavy light yellow leaf scars, forming links, internodes 3 to 6 mm long, and root fibrous scars on the underside of the rhizome. The texture is tough and not easy to break. The cross section is fibrous and light yellow. The cortex accounts for 2/3. The endodermis is obvious and the vascular bundles are visible as stars. The wood is often separated from the bark and is darker in color. It has a fragrant aroma and a spicy taste.

【Nature and flavor】 "Guangxi Chinese Herbal Medicine": "Spicy taste; warm in nature."

【Functions and indications】 "Guangxi Chinese Medicine Annals": "Warms the stomach, dispels cold, and relieves pain. Treats heart and stomach pain, cold stomach, and vomiting and diarrhea caused by indigestion."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decocted in water, 0.8-1.5 qian; or made into pills or powder.

[Remarks] The fruit of this plant (cardamom) is also used for medicinal purposes, which is detailed in a separate article.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The above are some little knowledge about Ginger. If you feel it is suitable for your physical condition, you might as well give it a try. I believe it will bring about a significant improvement to your body.