Ginger is an extract of the Rhizome (stem below the ground) of the Ginger plant which is in the same family as the Tumeric plant. The Gingerol in Ginger has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, so it has therapeutic effects for a number of health issues such as Arthritis* and Asthma*. Ginger is most known for its ability to relieve digestive dysfunction such as indigestion*, diarrhea*, bloating*, and promotes healing of the GI tract*. Ginger can also inhibit bacterial, viral, and fungal infections*.