Sukku is a remedy for throat infection. It cures indigestion, acidity, diarrhoea, stomach pain and fever. 

Dried ginger is a well known analgesic (Pain killer) and anti-inflammatory drug. It is useful in alleviating rheumatoid arthritis and joints swelling. 

lt is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root is widely used as a spice and as a traditional medicine.