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Ginger Anti-Nausea Remedy

Clinically proven nausea relief

Strong evidence

Category: Digestive Health

Herbs in this remedy

About this remedy

Ginger is one of the most extensively studied herbal medicines for nausea. Multiple clinical trials and meta-analyses confirm it significantly reduces nausea from pregnancy, chemotherapy, and post-surgery. Its active compounds gingerols and shogaols accelerate gastric emptying and block serotonin receptors in the gut.

Preparation

Grate 1 inch of fresh ginger root into a cup. Pour boiling water over it, steep 10 minutes. Add honey and lemon to taste. Alternatively, chew on a small piece of crystallized ginger.

Dosage

1–2 cups daily, or 250 mg ginger extract capsules 4 times daily

Cautions

May interact with blood-thinning medications. Limit to 4 g of ginger per day. Consult a doctor if pregnant.

Research

Viljoen et al., Nutr J, 2014 — Meta-analysis of 12 RCTs