Spices and kitchen herbs · root

Ginger (Tangawizi)

In the kitchen

A staple rhizome in Kenyan kitchens, grated or crushed into chai (spiced tea), pilau, meat and fish stews, marinades, soups, and fresh juices like tangawizi-lemon. On keto it adds warmth and depth to fatty cuts, bone broth, and roasted vegetables without adding carbs.

Traditionally used for

Traditionally used for nausea, motion sickness, and morning queasiness, and commonly brewed as a warm drink believed to settle the stomach, support digestion, and comfort colds and sore throats.

On keto

Near-zero net carbs in the small culinary amounts used for flavour, so it fits keto easily and pairs well with fats and rich broths.

Good to know. May increase bleeding risk with blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel) and should be moderated in the days before surgery. Can lower blood sugar and blood pressure, so watch for additive effects if you take diabetes or blood-pressure medication. May trigger heartburn or reflux at higher doses, and by stimulating bile flow it may aggravate gallstones. Food-level amounts are generally considered fine in pregnancy, but concentrated supplement doses should be discussed with a clinician.

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General information, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional before changing how you eat, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, diabetic or taking medication.