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Kaempferia Galanga (Kencur)

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Kaempferia Galanga (Kencur)

Kaempferia galanga, commonly known as kencur, aromatic ginger, sand ginger, cutcherry, is a monocotyledonous plant in the ginger family, and one of four plants called galangal. It is found primarily in open areas in Indonesia, southern China, Taiwan, Cambodia, and India, but is also widely cultivated throughout Southeast Asia.

Conditions addressed

Digestive IssuesFatigueInflammationRespiratory IssuesNausea

How to use

¼–1 tsp per meal
  • Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
  • Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Interactions & contraindications

May have a stimulant effect

Watch for: Other caffeine-containing products, MAOIs, and stimulant medications (for ADHD or weight loss)

Additive stimulant effects can raise heart rate and blood pressure.