Can you eat sprouted ginger?

Ginger is a commonly used seasoning and medicinal herb, and its sprouting phenomenon is frequently encountered in daily life. Ginger sprouts mainly due to storage conditions—when humidity and temperature are suitable for growth, the starch inside the ginger converts into sugars, promoting the sprouting of buds. After sprouting, the bud areas and the ginger's tissue itself may undergo certain changes. Although sprouting does not significantly alter ginger's nutritional content, the buds and surrounding tissues may become somewhat harder or develop a bitter taste. These changes do not pose direct harm to health, but they may affect texture and overall culinary experience. Sprouted ginger should be carefully inspected before consumption, and the bud areas should be removed if necessary, to ensure flavor and food safety. For health considerations, it is recommended to avoid consuming ginger when it has sprouted as much as possible.