Ginger: to peel or not to peel

[Tealelement143]

Any time i've used ginger in recipies, ive shredded it....if i want to candy it or eat it to help my stomach, do I peel it, or just leave it the way it is?

[Shona]

I don't know if peeling is necessary, but I tend to peel ginger when I am going to eat it in a recipe. If I am just steeping a piece in warm water for tea, I don't bother.

Shona :)

[Ginger]

At first I thought you were asking me a question! My name is Ginger! LOL

[Angelic Light]

LOL. Hi Ginger!

[RawTruth]

Yes, you peel it.