Ginger is part of the Zingiberaceae family, alongside cardamom and turmeric . The most commonly used medicinal part of the plant is the rhizome, the root-like stem that grows underground. It's a rich source of antioxidants including gingerols, shogaols, zingerones and more. Ginger does contain numerous other anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds beneficial to health such as gingerols, beta-carotene, capsaicin, caffeic acid, curcumin and salicylate. Common Name Adarak Botanical Name Zingiber officinalis Active Ingredient Gingerols Specification Gingerols upto 15%