Ginger In Capsules : Ginger, which has been used in traditional Asian medicine for 2,000 years, is one of the medicinal plants with the greatest health benefits, and a seasoning widely used in gastronomy. Also called kion, it grows in tropical regions around the world (the variety that we usually find is that originating in China and Peru) and is famous, both for its recognized medicinal properties, and for its culinary use. This plant has a high content of fiber and amino acids such as valine and leucine (with important healing properties) or arginine, which stimulates the immune system. Fiber and gingerol are also present in the kión. Precisely the gingerol is the component that gives it its spicy touch, since it is equivalent to capsaicin, which is the substance that makes peppers bite.