Ginger can be eaten if it has sprouted and is not moldy or rotten.
Ginger is a common flavoring dish, add a little when cooking fish and meat, it has the effect of deodorization. Ginger mainly contains water, carbohydrates and other nutrients, sprouting, may affect the taste, but does not produce toxins. Therefore, if the ginger is only sprouted, in the absence of mold and rot, you can dig out the buds and eat.
In addition, sweet potatoes, taro, green onions, garlic, radish and other foods, like ginger, can be eaten if they are only sprouted and not moldy. Sprouted potatoes produce toxins and should not be consumed. All foods should be thrown away and disposed of as soon as they become moldy.