Dennis Pogson wrote:
Ginger root is also excellent, and you can get crystallised ginger for
chewing and sugar replacement. Grate the root on a fine grater and
only take half-a-teaspoon at a time.

Trader Joe's has a crystallized ginger that doesn't have any sugar on
the outside for those who don't like it too sweet. I find it also calms
a sick stomach when you're ill better than anything else I've tried. I
don't like the strong taste of chewing fresh ginger root (but makes
great tea), so the crystallized one works for me.