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The candied ginger (or crystallized ginger) is one of the most popular forms of ginger — but does it retain its health benefits? Between taste pleasure and real benefits, here is everything you need to know.

What is candied ginger?

Candied ginger is fresh ginger cooked in a sugar syrup then coated with granulated sugar. The candying process concentrates certain compounds but destroys others.

Candied ginger vs fresh ginger: the benefits

Compound	Fresh ginger	Candied ginger	Difference
Gingerols	100 %	~40-60 %	Cooking degrades gingerols
Shogaols	Low	Increased	Heat converts gingerols → shogaols
Fibers	Preserved	Reduced	Soaking removes some
Sugar	1.7g/100g	~60-70g/100g	⚠️ Very sweet
Calories	80 kcal/100g	~300 kcal/100g	4x more calories

Verdict : candied ginger retains some of the benefits (especially anti-inflammatory shogaol), but the sugar content is a major drawback for those looking for a healthy product. For a concentrated intake sugar free added, a ginger shot like INTI is a better option.

Preserved benefits of candied ginger

• Anti-nausea : effective against travel sickness and nausea. Convenient to take with you travel.
• Sore throat : the shogaols formed during cooking have a soothing effect on the irritated throat.
• Fast energy : sugar + gingerol gives an immediate boost.
• Jengibre-digestion-hinchazon-acidez-intestino-irritable-2026">Digestion : even candied, ginger stimulates digestive enzymes and bloating-natural-remedy-2026">digestion.

Homemade candied ginger recipe

Ingredients

• 300 g of fresh organic ginger
• 300 g of sugar (or 200 g for a less sweet version)
• 500 ml of water

Steps

1. Peel and cut the ginger into thin slices (2-3 mm)
2. Boil in water for 30 minutes to soften
3. Drain, add the sugar and 250 ml of fresh water
4. Simmer over low heat for 45-60 minutes until the syrup is almost evaporated
5. Spread on a rack and roll in granulated sugar
6. Leave to dry for 24 hours at room temperature

Preservation : in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 months, or in the refrigerator for 6 months.

Alternative without sugar: the ginger shot

If you like candied ginger for its benefits but want to avoid sugar, ginger drinks concentrates offer an ideal alternative. INTI contains concentrated organic fresh ginger, turmeric-black-pepper-synergy-benefits">turmeric and black pepper — no added sugar, without preservatives.

FAQ — Candied Ginger