Ginger
A pungent root (rich in gingerols) used for nausea and digestion; may promote gastric emptying comfort and modest satiety.
Benefits
Well-supported for nausea (motion, pregnancy, chemotherapy) and has anti-inflammatory effects.
Risks
May cause heartburn or mild GI upset; high doses can thin the blood—use caution with anticoagulants and before surgery.
Informational only — not medical advice.
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Research (10)
- Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Compounds in Curing Dysmenorrhea Naturally: A Review Kumar et al. (2025) Full text ↗ PubMed ↗
- Evidence-based cesarean delivery: postoperative care (part 10) Mackeen et al. (2025) Full text ↗ PubMed ↗
- Health-Related Messages About Herbs, Spices, and Other Botanicals Appearing in Print Issues and Websites of Legacy Media: Content Analysis and Evaluation Gaba et al. (2024) Full text ↗ PubMed ↗
- A critical review of Ginger's (Zingiber officinale) antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory activities Ayustaningwarno et al. (2024) PubMed ↗
- Over-the-Counter Medications in Pregnancy Powers et al. (2023) PubMed ↗
- Effect of Ginger on Inflammatory Diseases Ballester et al. (2022) PubMed ↗
- Warfarin and food, herbal or dietary supplement interactions: A systematic review Tan et al. (2021) PubMed ↗
- Natural Products with Antiplatelet Action Hirsch et al. (2017) Full text ↗ PubMed ↗
- Treatments for hyperemesis gravidarum and nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: a systematic review and economic assessment O'Donnell et al. (2016) Full text ↗ PubMed ↗
- Gingerols and shogaols: Important nutraceutical principles from ginger Semwal et al. (2015) PubMed ↗
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