1. Ginger is native to Southern
Asia.
2. Although normally
classified as a root, Ginger is actually a rhizome.
3. India is the world’s
largest producer of Ginger followed by China.
4. Ginger has a sialagogue action, stimulating the
production of saliva, which makes swallowing easier.
5. When ginger is pickled in
sweet vinegar, it turns pink. This is the ginger often seen accompanying sushi.
