Ginger powder is dried, ground ginger root. It provides gingerols and shogaols, compounds long used to support digestion.
It eases mild nausea, indigestion, and stomach upset. After strenuous exercise, ginger can also reduce muscle soreness thanks to its anti-inflammatory compounds.
You can stir ginger powder into hot water or tea, mix it into meals, or take it in capsules. Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
Ginger interacts with blood thinners like warfarin and aspirin, and with diabetes medications. Be careful if you have a bleeding disorder, gallstones, or an upcoming surgery. Stop taking ginger two weeks before surgery because it can increase bleeding risk.