Galangal

Vidanga is one of the powerful anti-parasitic herbs of Ayurveda. It is widely used against intestinal worm infestation. Its botanical name is Embelia ribes. It is called False black pepper., because it mimics pepper in appearance.

Names: 
Botanical Name: ALPINIA OFFICINARUM | English Name: GALANGAL ROOTS | Hindi Name:KULINJAN | Tamil Name: ARATHAI

Benefits: Galangal contains anti-inflammatory properties and therefore is beneficial in treatment of arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. - It also helps to relieve discomfort caused due to inflammation of the abdomen and ulcers too. - To curb sea and motion sickness, nausea, chew a few slices of fresh galangal. - Galangal contains a host of anti-oxidants that helps to minimise the damage caused by free radicals and other toxins in the body.

Uses:  Cooking, Medicinal Preparations, Extraction