Vata: +/-

Pitta: +/-

kapha: +/-

• Cleanses the blood
• Makes food easier to digest 
• Promotes digestion
• Supports the brain and nervous system
• Maintains comfortable joint movement
• Supports proper functioning of the liver
• Nourishes the heart and circulatory system
• Bolsters the immune system
• Kindles digestive fire (Agni)

Taste: Bitter and pungent

Effect: Warming

After digestion: Pungent

Qualities: Light, dry

Actions: Decreases Vata and Kapha can increase Pitta in excess, especially dry ginger. 

Action on the mind: Relaxes

• Don't eat in exces while pregnant as it may stimulate menstrual flow. But a little each day is fine,

• You can use it with cooking 
• Drink it in hot water or milk 
• Use it on your skin when you mix it with a little water to make it into a paste. ( First do a small test some peoples skin stays yellow for a long time)