Ginger
18 benefits mapped to clinical evidence across supplements.
Dose per serving from products
2,672 products in our catalogue print how much Ginger a serving holds.
Most common: 25 mg to 50 mg, 29% of 2,672 products.
| Dose per serving | Products |
|---|---|
| 2.5 mg or less | 57 |
| 2.5 mg to 5 mg | 78 |
| 5 mg to 10 mg | 138 |
| 10 mg to 25 mg | 374 |
| 25 mg to 50 mg | 772 |
| 50 mg to 100 mg | 585 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 334 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 198 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 92 |
| over 1 g | 44 |
Dose per serving from research
84 study groups in 78 studies say how much Ginger participants took a day.
These are the doses the studies gave. They are not a recommendation.
Most common: 1 g to 2.5 g, 42% of 84 study groups.
| Daily dose | Study groups |
|---|---|
| 100 mg or less | 5 |
| 100 mg to 250 mg | 4 |
| 250 mg to 500 mg | 14 |
| 500 mg to 1 g | 18 |
| 1 g to 2.5 g | 35 |
| 2.5 g to 5 g | 7 |
| over 5 g | 1 |
Benefit Evidence
Faster emptying, less nausea
Better bowel/IBS symptoms
Reduced bloating, constipation
Inflammation â; swelling relief
Pain/function â; swelling relief
Appetiteâ, CR 77%
Appetiteâ, hungerâ
Appetiteâ, scoreâ
Faster emptying, less nausea
Better bowel/IBS symptoms
Reduced bloating, constipation
Research sources
Stomach comfort (45)
- Using Ginger Oil to Treat Nausea and Vomiting Following Breast Augmentation Surgery
PubMed ID: 37774171
Topical ginger oil at airway induction strongly reduced PONV in a randomized trial (direct effect on nausea/vomiting).
- [Is ginger a relevant antiemetic for postoperative nausea and vomiting?]
PubMed ID: 15156419
Pooled analysis suggests a modest, borderline overall effect of ginger for preventing postoperative nausea/vomiting.
- A randomized controlled trial of ginger to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
PubMed ID: 15051552
Large equivalence trial found ginger worked about as well as vitamin B6 for pregnancy nausea/vomiting.
- The efficacy of ginger in prevention of post-operative nausea and vomiting after outpatient gynecological laparoscopy
PubMed ID: 12757064
Moderateâsized RCT found substantially lower incidence and scores of early postoperative nausea.
- Effect of a ginger extract on pregnancy-induced nausea: a randomised controlled trial
PubMed ID: 14712970
Pregnancy RCT with standardized extract showed significant and consistent reductions in nausea and retching.
- A randomized comparison of ginger and vitamin B6 in the treatment of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy
PubMed ID: 14649969
Large RCT showing significant nausea/vomiting reduction comparable to vitamin B6.
- Ginger for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 11275030
Strong RCT evidence for reduction of pregnancy-related nausea with ginger (1 g/day).
- Zingiber officinale (ginger)--an antiemetic for day case surgery
PubMed ID: 8214465
Randomized trial in day-case gynecology showed lower postoperative nausea/vomiting with ginger.
- Ginger root--a new antiemetic. The effect of ginger root on postoperative nausea and vomiting after major gynaecological surgery
PubMed ID: 2205121
Postoperative nausea reduced with ginger versus placebo in a double-blind trial.
- Herbal medicine for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in patients with advanced colorectal cancer: A prospective randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 38341113
Hezhong granules containing ginger reduced delayed chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting in a multicenter RCT; ginger's independent contribution unclear.
- Effect of Ginger and Chamomile on Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy in Iranian Women with Breast Cancer
PubMed ID: 27644672
Well-conducted RCT showed ginger as an adjunct to antiemetics reduced nausea frequency in chemotherapy patientsâdirect, clinically relevant anti-nausea evidence.
- A phase II randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study of 6-gingerol as an anti-emetic in solid tumor patients receiving moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 28349496
Standardized 6âgingerol significantly increased complete response (no emesis/rescue) in chemotherapy patients vs placebo (77% vs 32%), strong RCT evidence for antiânausea effect.
- Aromatherapy as treatment for postoperative nausea: a randomized trial
PubMed ID: 22392970
Inhaled ginger essential oil reduced postoperative nausea and rescue antiemetic use in a large randomized study (clinically meaningful inhalation benefit).
- Effect of ginger-partitioned moxibustion combined with ringheaded thumb-tack needle stimulation on gastrointestinal reactions of malignant tumor patients undergoing chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 39020488
Combined ginger moxibustion+needling reduced chemotherapy nausea/vomiting when added to ondansetron, but multiâcomponent intervention limits gingerâspecific attribution.
- The efficacy of ginger in prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting after major gynecologic surgery
PubMed ID: 17725149
Randomized trial in major gynecologic surgery showed reduced early postoperative nausea incidence and lower nausea scores.
- Effect of a Standardized Ginger Root Powder Regimen on Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: A Multicenter, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Randomized Trial
PubMed ID: 37699474
Doubleâblind RCT: standardized ginger significantly reduced delayed chemotherapy nausea and improved nauseaârelated QoL (highâquality evidence).
- The Effect of Ginger on Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Among Patients Undergoing Upper and Lower Limb Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 35304019
Preoperative ginger capsules reduced postoperative nausea incidence and severity (direct RCT evidence).
- [Ginger-partitioned moxibustion in the prevention of nausea and vomiting induced by chemotherapy in lung cancerïŒa randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 32705833
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion plus antiemetic improved prevention of chemoârelated nausea/vomiting; intervention not isolated ginger but supportive.
- Efficacy of ginger as antiemetic in children with acute gastroenteritis: a randomised controlled trial
PubMed ID: 34018223
Pediatric gastroenteritis RCT showing marked reductions in vomiting (nausea/vomiting proximate outcomes).
- Efficacy and safety of steamed ginger extract for gastric health: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multi-center clinical trial
PubMed ID: 40878144
Steamed ginger improved dyspepsia symptom scores (abdominal pain/indigestion) â direct evidence for soothing stomach discomfort.
- Effect of aromatherapy with peppermint, ginger, and lavender on postoperative nausea severity after oral surgery under general anaesthesia: A single-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 40154579
Aromatherapy (peppermint+ginger+lavender) in oral surgery reduced postoperative nausea severity and improved satisfaction.
- Effect of ginger and P6 acupressure on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a randomized controlled study
PubMed ID: 38461442
Wellâpowered RCT: ginger capsules substantially reduced delayed chemotherapyârelated nausea and retching.
- [Ginger-partitioned moxibustion in prevention of vomiting induced by chemotherapy in advanced malignant bone tumors: a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 33788482
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion added to antiemetic care reduced vomiting and improved QoL after chemo (indirect ginger evidence).
- The Efficacy Of Ginger And Doxedetomidine In Reducing Postoperative Nausea And Vomiting In Patients Undergoing Abdominal Hysterectomy
PubMed ID: 31634871
Oral ginger periâanesthesia reduced early postoperative vomiting versus dexmedetomidine (randomized trial).
- Effects of ginger adjunct to the standard prophylaxis on reducing carboplatin and paclitaxel-induced nausea vomiting: a randomized controlled study
PubMed ID: 31834519
Oral ginger (2 g/day) as adjunct reduced acuteâphase nausea in chemotherapy patients (randomized crossover trial).
- A randomized placebo-controlled study of aromatherapy for the treatment of postoperative nausea and vomiting
PubMed ID: 30670276
Ginger essentialâoil aromatherapy significantly reduced postoperative nausea vs placebo in a large randomized trial (inhaled route).
- A comparison between the effects of ginger, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and placebo for the treatment of the first trimester nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP)
PubMed ID: 28629250
Strong RCT evidence that ginger (500 mg bid) reduced pregnancy nausea/vomiting vs placebo.
- Efficacy of Gingocap as compared to pyridoxine in the treatment of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy
PubMed ID: 28375108
Small RCT showed a ginger product reduced pregnancy nausea/vomiting more than pyridoxine.
- Ginger for Prevention of Antituberculosis-induced Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions Including Hepatotoxicity: A Randomized Pilot Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 26948519
Pilot randomized TB study: premedication with ginger lowered drugârelated nausea incidence.
- Investigating the effects of inhaling ginger essence on post-nephrectomy nausea and vomiting
PubMed ID: 26645524
Inhaled ginger essence post-kidney surgery reduced nausea scores over time and decreased vomiting episodes; well-powered RCT with clear anti-nausea effect.
- Oral intake of ginger for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting among women with breast cancer
PubMed ID: 26414587
Oral ginger during chemotherapy significantly reduced nausea severity and vomiting episodes; strong support for antiemetic effect in chemo setting.
- Effects of inhaled ginger aromatherapy on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting and health-related quality of life in women with breast cancer
PubMed ID: 26051575
Inhaled ginger aroma produced a modest acute reduction in nausea in chemotherapy patients; moderate support.
- Wrist-ankle acupuncture and ginger moxibustion for preventing gastrointestinal reactions to chemotherapy: A randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 25579196
Ginger moxibustion plus acupuncture reduced chemotherapy-related nausea in a combined intervention; plausible contribution from ginger but attribution uncertain.
- Ginger for prevention of antiretroviral-induced nausea and vomiting: a randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 24820858
Double-blind RCT: ginger substantially reduced antiretroviral-associated nausea and vomiting over 14 days; strong, direct evidence for anti-nausea effect.
- The effect of ginger for relieving of primary dysmenorrhoea
PubMed ID: 23865123
Randomized trial: ginger during menstruation reduced nausea associated with dysmenorrhea compared with placebo; good support in this context.
- Efficacy of ginger on intraoperative and postoperative nausea and vomiting in elective cesarean section patients
PubMed ID: 23510951
Powdered ginger reduced number of intraoperative nausea episodes during cesarean section though overall incidence unchanged; supports some anti-nausea efficacy.
- Influence of a specific ginger combination on gastropathy conditions in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee or hip
PubMed ID: 22784345
Ginger preparation increased gastric mucosal prostaglandins and reduced dyspepsia compared with diclofenac â mucosal protection and symptom improvement.
- Effect of ginger on acute and delayed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a pilot, randomized, open-label clinical trial
PubMed ID: 22313739
Adding 1.5 g/day ginger to standard antiemetics reduced nausea 6â24 h after chemotherapy in an RCT (specific post-acute benefit).
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) reduces acute chemotherapy-induced nausea: a URCC CCOP study of 576 patients
PubMed ID: 21818642
Large, multi-site randomized trial found short-course ginger (0.5â1 g/day) modestly but significantly reduced acute chemotherapy-related nausea.
- Anti-emetic effect of ginger powder versus placebo as an add-on therapy in children and young adults receiving high emetogenic chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 20842754
Randomized double-blind add-on trial in high-emetogenic chemotherapy showed large, significant reductions in acute and delayed nausea/vomiting with ginger powder.
- Effects of ginger capsules on pregnancy, nausea, and vomiting
PubMed ID: 19250006
Singleâblind RCT showed ginger reduced pregnancy nausea and vomiting versus placebo.
- Comparing ginger and vitamin B6 for the treatment of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: a randomised controlled trial
PubMed ID: 18272271
Doubleâblind RCT in early pregnancy showing greater nausea reduction versus vitamin B6.
- Comparison of the effectiveness of ginger and vitamin B6 for treatment of nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy: a randomized double-blind controlled trial
PubMed ID: 17621727
Randomized trial showing ginger reduced pregnancy nausea more than vitamin B6.
- A randomized comparison of ginger and dimenhydrinate in the treatment of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
PubMed ID: 17957907
Large RCT in pregnancy: ginger comparable to dimenhydrinate for nausea with far less drowsiness.
- Effectiveness of ginger for prevention of nausea and vomiting after gynecological laparoscopy
PubMed ID: 17214049
Small RCT in gynecologic laparoscopy showed reduced nausea score at 6 hours and a trend to less vomiting.
Joint comfort (18)
- [Effect on ankylosing spondylitis at early-middle stage and bone marrow edema of sacroiliac joint treated with acupuncture and governor vessel moxibustion]
PubMed ID: 36075591
Adding gingerâisolated moxibustion to standard therapy in ankylosing spondylitis improved disease activity and sacroiliac boneâmarrow edema (supports joint symptom relief).
- Herbal formulation "turmeric extract, black pepper, and ginger" versus Naproxen for chronic knee osteoarthritis: A randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 32180294
Turmeric/black pepper/ginger supplement lowered PGE2 in knee OA similar to naproxen, implying an anti-inflammatory mechanism relevant to joint comfort (multi-ingredient product).
- Ayurvedic medicine offers a good alternative to glucosamine and celecoxib in the treatment of symptomatic knee osteoarthritis: a randomized, double-blind, controlled equivalence drug trial
PubMed ID: 23365148
Large RCT found Ayurvedic multi-herb formulas including ginger reduced knee OA pain/function to a degree comparable with standard treatments.
- Effects of a ginger extract on knee pain in patients with osteoarthritis
PubMed ID: 11710709
Large RCT: standardized ginger extract produced modest, statistically significant reductions in knee OA pain and symptom scores.
- The efficacy of Plygersic gel for use in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
PubMed ID: 23451449
Topical gel containing ginger+plai improved knee OA symptoms similar to diclofenac (multi-herb topical product).
- Influence of a specific ginger combination on gastropathy conditions in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee or hip
PubMed ID: 22784345
Randomized trial: a specific ginger preparation provided analgesia in OA comparable to diclofenac while sparing gastric prostaglandins.
- Efficacy and tolerability of ginger (Zingiber officinale) in patients of osteoarthritis of knee
PubMed ID: 24617168
Randomized open-label trial: ginger powder (750 mg) improved knee osteoarthritis symptoms over 12 weeks; open-label design reduces certainty but provides moderate-strong support.
- Effect of Ginger Supplementation on Proinflammatory Cytokines in Older Patients with Osteoarthritis: Outcomes of a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 27559855
In OA patients oral ginger reduced proinflammatory cytokines, supporting a biological mechanism relevant to joint comfort.
- [Long-snake moxibustion for rheumatoid arthritis:a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 29231407
Ginger-isolated moxibustion improved RA symptoms and inflammatory markers (topical/procedural therapy, not oral ginger).
- [Clinical observation of ankylosing spondylitis treated with moxibustion along the governor vessel and the conception vessel and salazosulfapyridine]
PubMed ID: 29231522
Ginger-partitioned moxibustion + sulfasalazine improved symptoms in ankylosing spondylitis vs routine moxibustion (combined therapy).
- A Comparative of Ginger Extract in Nanostructure Lipid Carrier (NLC) and 1% Diclofenac Gel for Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis (OA)
PubMed ID: 29911849
Topical ginger extract (nanocarrier) produced clinically meaningful pain relief and function improvement vs diclofenac in knee OA.
- Effects of Self-Knee Massage With Ginger Oil in Patients With Osteoarthritis: An Experimental Study
PubMed ID: 29137696
Self-massage with ginger oil reduced knee pain and improved function as an adjunct to usual care in OA patients.
- [Different acupuncture and moxibustion methods at Heding (EX-LE 2) for knee osteoarthritis with yang-deficiency and cold-stagnation syndrome]
PubMed ID: 29231499
Adding ginger-partitioned moxibustion to acupuncture improved KOA pain/function vs either alone (combined modality, ginger component uncertain).
- The effect of ginger supplementation on some immunity and inflammation intermediate genes expression in patients with active Rheumatoid Arthritis
PubMed ID: 30844477
In RA patients oral ginger changed immune gene expression and significantly reduced disease activity (plausible joint symptom benefit).
- Hemp Seed Oil in Association with ÎČ-Caryophyllene, Myrcene and Ginger Extract as a Nutraceutical Integration in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Double-Blind Prospective Case-Control Study
PubMed ID: 36837393
Doubleâblind trial of hemp oil + terpenes + ginger improved knee pain/function; ginger contribution plausible but not isolated.
- Effectiveness and safety of steamed ginger extract on mild osteoarthritis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 39212491
Randomized DBRCT: steamed ginger extract produced clear pain/function improvements in mild knee OA.
- Effects of Ginger Supplementation on Markers of Inflammation and Functional Capacity in Individuals with Mild to Moderate Joint Pain
PubMed ID: 40732990
Small RCT: concentrated ginger reduced some joint/muscle pain and inflammatory markers.
- A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Dose-Response Trial of Muvz(âą) for Knee and Low-Back Support in Physically Active Adults
PubMed ID: 39931217
Large RCT of a gingerâcontaining botanical blend showed substantial musculoskeletal/joint pain benefit (multiâingredient).
Wellbeing (14)
- A phase II randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study of 6-gingerol as an anti-emetic in solid tumor patients receiving moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 28349496
6âgingerol markedly improved quality of life (FACTâG) and appetite in cancer patients in a randomized, placeboâcontrolled trialâstrong evidence for improved wellâbeing in that population.
- Efficacy of Inhaled Essential Oil Use on Selected Symptoms Affecting Quality of Life in Patients With Cancer Receiving Infusion Therapies
PubMed ID: 35788739
Inhaled ginger EO modestly reduced anxiety and fatigue in infusion patients, improving patientâreported wellâbeing (large RCT, modest effect sizes).
- Effects of Aphrodite (an Herbal Compound) on SSRI-Induced Sexual Dysfunctions and Depression in Females with Major Depressive Disorder: Findings from a Randomized Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 37763782
Herbal compound including a small dose of ginger improved sexual function, depressive symptoms, anxiety and sleep in SSRI-treated women â substantial QoL/well-being signals though multi-ingredient.
- The effectiveness of Swedish massage with aromatic ginger oil in treating chronic low back pain in older adults: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 24559813
Aromatic ginger-oil massage produced greater and more durable reductions in pain and disability vs Thai massage, improving patient-reported well-being.
- Effectiveness of aromatherapy with light thai massage for cellular immunity improvement in colorectal cancer patients receiving chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 23886205
Aromatherapy massage with ginger oil reduced fatigue and pain in chemo patients and increased lymphocyte counts; improved subjective well-being though effect confounded by massage.
- [Clinical study on depression differentiated as yang deficiency treated with the combined therapy of ginger-isolated moxibustion and western medicine]
PubMed ID: 29231361
Adding ginger moxibustion to escitalopram reduced depression recurrence and increased highâresponse rates (combined therapy; wellbeing implication).
- The Effect of a Standardized Ginger Extract on Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea-Related Quality of Life in Patients Undergoing Moderately or Highly Emetogenic Chemotherapy: A Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 28805667
Standardized ginger improved nauseaârelated QoL and reduced fatigue in chemotherapy patients, indicating enhanced patient wellâbeing.
- [Efficacy of acupoint catgut embedding combined with ginger-partitioned moxibustion on chronic fatigue syndrome of spleen-kidney yang deficiency syndrome and its effects on T lymphocyte subsets and activity of NK cell]
PubMed ID: 29231339
Combined gingerâpartitioned moxibustion + embedding improved fatigue scores and immune markers in chronic fatigue (symptom/qualityâofâlife improvement).
- [Ginger-separated moxibustion for chronic fatigue syndrome and its effect on intestinal flora]
PubMed ID: 33798308
Ginger-separated moxibustion improved fatigue scores in chronic fatigue syndrome â clinical well-being benefit in that context.
- [Therapeutic effect of long-snake moxibustion combined with western medication on diarrhea type irritable bowel syndrome of spleen and kidney yang deficiency]
PubMed ID: 33788459
Addition of gingerâpartitioned moxibustion to medication improved IBSâD symptoms and quality of life measures.
- Ginger-indirect moxibustion plus acupuncture versus acupuncture alone for chronic fatigue syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 35473345
Large RCT: gingerâindirect moxibustion + acupuncture produced greater and sustained fatigue reduction and symptom improvement vs acupuncture alone, improving overall wellbeing.
- Effect of a Standardized Ginger Root Powder Regimen on Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: A Multicenter, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Randomized Trial
PubMed ID: 37699474
Standardized ginger added to antiemetics improved nauseaârelated QoL and overall CINVâQoL in chemotherapy patients (meaningful QoL benefit).
- The effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale) supplementation on clinical, biochemical, and anthropometric parameters in patients with multiple sclerosis: a double-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36974730
Ginger supplementation improved disability and psychological QoL in RRMS, indicating broader wellbeing enhancement.
- The effect of ginger essential oil, lemongrass essential oil and combination of ginger and lemongrass essential oils on symptoms of menopausal women
PubMed ID: 41051148
Large aromatherapy RCT: daily ginger essential oil inhalation reduced menopausal symptom scores (subjective wellâbeing gains).
Metabolism (14)
- The effect of ginger powder supplementation on insulin resistance and glycemic indices in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 24559810
Randomized double-blind trial: 3 g/day ginger for 8 weeks significantly lowered fasting glucose and improved insulin-resistance indices; strong support.
- The Effects of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Roscoe) on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Double-Blinded Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 37817641
Placeboâcontrolled RCT in T2DM+NAFLD showed modest but significant improvements in BP, HDL and HOMAâIR with ginger supplementation.
- The effect of zingiber officinale on prooxidant-antioxidant balance and glycemic control in diabetic patients with ESRD undergoing hemodialysis: a double-blind randomized control trial
PubMed ID: 36800950
2 g/day ginger for 8 weeks in diabetic hemodialysis patients significantly lowered fasting glucose and HOMAâIR.
- Efficacy and Safety of Steamed Ginger Extract for Body Weight and Body Fat Reduction in Overweight Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 41599979
12âweek steamed ginger RCT reduced body fat, weight and triglycerides â good direct metabolic evidence.
- Effectiveness of ginger in reducing metabolic levels in people with diabetes: a randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 33053078
Wellâconducted RCT: daily 1.2 g ginger for 90 days significantly lowered fasting glucose and total cholesterol in type 2 diabetes.
- Effect of Zingiber officinale Supplementation on Obesity Management with Respect to the Uncoupling Protein 1 -3826A>G and Ă3-adrenergic Receptor Trp64Arg Polymorphism
PubMed ID: 25899896
12-week ginger in obese women reduced anthropometrics and appetite scores (genotype-specific differences), supporting metabolic effects.
- Changes of serum adipocytokines and body weight following Zingiber officinale supplementation in obese women: a RCT
PubMed ID: 26318445
Randomized trial (2 g/day, 12 weeks) in obese women produced small but significant reductions in BMI, serum insulin, and HOMAâIR.
- Effects of Ginger on Serum Lipids and Lipoproteins in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 26475844
Placebo-controlled trial in peritoneal dialysis patients: 1 g/day ginger lowered triglycerides (~15%); supports specific metabolic lipid benefit though small study.
- The effect of ginger consumption on glycemic status, lipid profile and some inflammatory markers in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
PubMed ID: 24490949
Doubleâblind RCT in type 2 diabetes (1.6 g/day, 12 weeks) showed significant improvements in fasting glucose, HbA1c and lipids.
- Effect of ginger on the blood glucose level of women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) with impaired glucose tolerance test (GTT): a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 32306991
Randomized trial in gestational diabetes showed modest but significant reductions in fasting glucose, insulin, and HOMAâIR with ginger.
- Effects of ginger (Zingiber officinale) on plasma glucose level, HbA1c and insulin sensitivity in type 2 diabetic patients
PubMed ID: 23496212
RCT: 2 g/day ginger for 2 months improved insulin sensitivity and lowered LDL in type 2 diabetics; good direct evidence for metabolic support.
- The Effect of Therapeutic Doses of Culinary Spices in Metabolic Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 38892617
Randomized trial found daily 3 g ginger modestly lowered total and LDL cholesterol and fasting glucose in adults at risk for metabolic syndromeâsupports metabolic benefit.
- Effects of ginger on serum glucose, advanced glycation end products, and inflammation in peritoneal dialysis patients
PubMed ID: 25837216
In peritoneal dialysis patients 1 g/day ginger for 10 weeks reduced fasting glucose ~20% versus placeboâclinically relevant glucoseâmetabolic effect.
- Investigation of the effect of ginger on the lipid levels. A double blind controlled clinical trial
PubMed ID: 18813412
A randomized trial (3 g/day ginger powder, 45 days) significantly reduced triglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL in hyperlipidemic patientsâgood direct metabolic evidence.
Digestive support (13)
- Efficacy of Gingocap as compared to pyridoxine in the treatment of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy
PubMed ID: 28375108
Gingocap (ginger product) reduced pregnancy nausea/vomiting more than pyridoxine in a small RCT (supports digestive symptom benefit).
- A comparison between the effects of ginger, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and placebo for the treatment of the first trimester nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP)
PubMed ID: 28629250
Randomized tripleâblind trial: ginger (500 mg bid) reduced firstâtrimester pregnancy nausea/vomiting vs placebo (consistent digestive symptom relief).
- A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled, Parallel-Group, Comparative Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of OLNP-06 versus Placebo in Subjects with Functional Dyspepsia
PubMed ID: 33305631
Standardized ginger extract (OLNPâ06) produced large improvements in functional dyspepsia symptoms (postprandial fullness, early satiety, bloating) vs placebo.
- [Diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome of spleen deficiency and damp excess treated with fire needling therapy with filiform needle and acupoint application therapy: a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 34491647
Topical gingerâcontaining plaster + fireâneedling improved IBSâD abdominal symptoms and defecation frequency, but intervention multimodal.
- [Therapeutic effect of long-snake moxibustion combined with western medication on diarrhea type irritable bowel syndrome of spleen and kidney yang deficiency]
PubMed ID: 33788459
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion added to medication improved IBSâD symptoms and QOL; modality includes ginger but also thermal/acupuncture elements.
- Effect of Ginger Root Powder on Gastrointestinal Bacteria Composition, Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Mental Health, Fatigue, and Quality of Life: A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 37690779
Doubleâblind RCT in healthy adults: 2âweek ginger altered gut taxa and modestly improved indigestion symptoms (direct digestive benefit).
- The effects of ginger supplementation on common gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: a double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 37891539
12âweek ginger supplementation in RRMS produced substantial improvements in nausea, constipation and bloatingâdirect digestive symptom benefits.
- Efficacy and safety of steamed ginger extract for gastric health: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multi-center clinical trial
PubMed ID: 40878144
12âweek steamed ginger extract RCT produced significant improvements in GSRS total and abdominal/indigestion subscores in functional dyspepsia.
- Efficacy of an herbal dietary supplement (Smooth Move) in the management of constipation in nursing home residents: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
PubMed ID: 17095420
Herbal tea containing ginger increased bowel-movement frequency in constipated nursing-home residentsâsupports a digestive motility benefit though multiple herbs were present.
- The efficacy of a Persian herbal formulation on functional bloating: A double-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 31201146
A short randomized trial of a ginger-containing Persian formula relieved functional bloating and related digestive symptoms versus placebo/dimethicone.
- Ginger extract reduces delayed gastric emptying and nosocomial pneumonia in adult respiratory distress syndrome patients hospitalized in an intensive care unit
PubMed ID: 20149584
Ginger extract improved early enteral feeding tolerance in ventilated ARDS patients (clinical digestion/feeding outcome).
- Treatment of irritable bowel syndrome using a selected herbal combination of Iraqi folk medicines
PubMed ID: 23707209
Herbal combination including ginger improved IBS symptoms over 8 weeks similar to antispasmodic medication; ginger-specific effect uncertain but consistent with digestive symptom improvement.
- Ginger for Prevention of Antituberculosis-induced Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions Including Hepatotoxicity: A Randomized Pilot Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 26948519
Pilot TB trial: single 500 mg dose before drugs reduced nausea incidence vs control (supports antiemetic/digestive effect).
Menstrual comfort (10)
- [Randomized controlled clinical study on ginger-partitioned moxibustion for patients with cold-damp stagnation type primary dysmenorrhea]
PubMed ID: 20209976
Ginger-partitioned moxibustion improved primary dysmenorrhea symptoms vs control in a large RCT, but intervention combined ginger with moxibustion (topical/thermal).
- The effect of ginger for relieving of primary dysmenorrhoea
PubMed ID: 23865123
Randomized trial: ginger taken during menstruation significantly reduced menstrual pain and improved associated nausea vs placebo; strong evidence for dysmenorrhea pain relief.
- Comparison of the effect of ginger and zinc sulfate on primary dysmenorrhea: a placebo-controlled randomized trial
PubMed ID: 24559600
Large randomized trial in high-school students showed ginger given around menses reduced dysmenorrhea pain vs placebo; strong support.
- The effect of mefenamic acid and ginger on pain relief in primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized clinical trial
PubMed ID: 25399316
RCT found ginger as effective as mefenamic acid (an NSAID) in reducing menstrual pain over two cycles, indicating strong comparative efficacy.
- Use of ginger versus stretching exercises for the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 28659234
Ginger reduced dysmenorrhea pain vs baseline, though it was less effective than structured stretching in this trial.
- Effect of varash oil to decrease menstrual pain in primary dysmenorrhea of senior high school student at Palu City
PubMed ID: 34929798
Crossover trial: topical ginger oil applied before/during menses produced large, clinically meaningful reductions in dysmenorrhea VAS pain scores.
- The effect of frankincense (Boswellia serrata, oleoresin) and ginger (Zingiber officinale, rhizoma) on heavy menstrual bleeding: A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial
PubMed ID: 30670277
Moderate-sized RCT showed ginger during menses shortened bleeding duration and improved quality of life; also reported decreased menstrual pain/amountâsupports benefit for period-related symptoms.
- Effect of Ginger and Novafen on menstrual pain: A cross-over trial
PubMed ID: 30545531
Large randomized crossover trial found ginger capsules markedly reduced menstrual pain by ~4.6 points on a 0â10 scaleâstrong evidence for dysmenorrhea analgesia.
- [Influence of ginger-partitioned moxibustion on serum NO and plasma endothelin-1 contents in patients with primary dysmenorrhea of cold-damp stagnation type]
PubMed ID: 19288904
Same trial: biochemical (ETâ1 decrease, NO increase) and symptom benefit for dysmenorrhea; attribution to oral ginger is limited.
- Effect of Zingiber officinale R. rhizomes (ginger) on pain relief in primary dysmenorrhea: a placebo randomized trial
PubMed ID: 22781186
Double-blind randomized trial: 1500 mg/day ginger significantly reduced menstrual cramp severity and duration vs placebo.
Immune support (8)
- The effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale) supplementation on clinical, biochemical, and anthropometric parameters in patients with multiple sclerosis: a double-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36974730
Oral ginger (1500 mg/day) in RRMS reduced ILâ17 and NLR and improved disability and psychological QoL, indicating immunomodulatory effects in an RCT.
- The effect of ginger supplementation on some immunity and inflammation intermediate genes expression in patients with active Rheumatoid Arthritis
PubMed ID: 30844477
Oral ginger altered immuneârelated gene expression (FoxP3, Tâbet, RORÎłt) and reduced RA disease activity in an RCT, supporting immune modulation.
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect of ginger in tuberculosis
PubMed ID: 27089418
TB trial: ginger reduced proinflammatory cytokine TNFâα and ferritin, indicating modulation of immune/inflammatory responses.
- Effect of Ginger Supplementation on Proinflammatory Cytokines in Older Patients with Osteoarthritis: Outcomes of a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 27559855
Oral ginger decreased TNFâα and ILâ1ÎČ in OA patients, showing immune/inflammatory modulation.
- [Long-snake moxibustion for rheumatoid arthritis:a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 29231407
Gingerâisolated moxibustion in RA reduced inflammatory markers (ESR/CRP/RF), consistent with immune modulation (procedural).
- [Efficacy of acupoint catgut embedding combined with ginger-partitioned moxibustion on chronic fatigue syndrome of spleen-kidney yang deficiency syndrome and its effects on T lymphocyte subsets and activity of NK cell]
PubMed ID: 29231339
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion combined therapy increased certain Tâlymphocyte subsets and NK% vs acupuncture (clinical immune marker changes).
- Effect of enteral feeding with ginger extract in acute respiratory distress syndrome
PubMed ID: 22884532
Randomized ICU trial: enteral ginger extract reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1/IL-6/TNF-α) and improved oxygenation/clinical outcomes â immunomodulatory evidence.
- A Triple-blind randomized controlled trial on the effects of turmeric versus ginger on inflammatory biomarkers in patients with COVID-19
PubMed ID: 40841392
Tripleâblind RCT in COVID outpatients: 5 days of ginger lowered CRP and ESR versus placebo â clear shortâterm antiâinflammatory/immunomodulatory signal.
Swelling relief (7)
- Effect of enteral feeding with ginger extract in acute respiratory distress syndrome
PubMed ID: 22884532
ARDS ICU RCT: enteral ginger extract reduced inflammatory cytokines (IL-1/IL-6/TNF-α), consistent with anti-inflammatory/anti-swelling effects.
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect of ginger in tuberculosis
PubMed ID: 27089418
TB trial showed reductions in inflammatory markers (TNFâα, ferritin) consistent with anti-inflammatory (antiâswelling) effects.
- Effect of Ginger Supplementation on Proinflammatory Cytokines in Older Patients with Osteoarthritis: Outcomes of a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 27559855
Oral ginger lowered TNFâα and ILâ1ÎČ in osteoarthritis patients, indicating reduced inflammatory activity that can reduce swelling.
- [Long-snake moxibustion for rheumatoid arthritis:a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 29231407
Gingerâisolation moxibustion reduced RA inflammatory markers (procedural/thermal treatment; ginger contribution uncertain).
- A Comparative of Ginger Extract in Nanostructure Lipid Carrier (NLC) and 1% Diclofenac Gel for Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis (OA)
PubMed ID: 29911849
Topical ginger extract reduced knee OA pain and improved function; likely reflects local antiâinflammatory effects (indirect evidence for reduced swelling).
- [Effect on ankylosing spondylitis at early-middle stage and bone marrow edema of sacroiliac joint treated with acupuncture and governor vessel moxibustion]
PubMed ID: 36075591
Gingerâisolated moxibustion reduced sacroiliac boneâmarrow edema (objective imaging marker) in ankylosing spondylitis.
- [Clinical observation on treatment of patients with kidney-yang deficiency type ankylosing spondylitis by using Bushen Tongdu external treatment]
PubMed ID: 40059052
Gingerâbased external therapy for ankylosing spondylitis lowered ILâ6/TNF and disease activity (inflammationârelated).
Bloating & gas (7)
- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial on the efficacy of ginger in the prevention of abdominal distention in post cesarean section patients
PubMed ID: 29717175
Postâcesarean oral ginger did not change incidence but significantly reduced severity of abdominal distention and sped bowel function.
- The effects of ginger supplementation on common gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: a double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 37891539
Direct RCT in RRMS showing large, statistically significant reductions in bloating severity/frequency.
- Effect of Ginger Root Powder on Gastrointestinal Bacteria Composition, Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Mental Health, Fatigue, and Quality of Life: A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 37690779
Healthyâadult RCT showed modest indigestion symptom improvement (indirectly related to bloating).
- A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled, Parallel-Group, Comparative Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of OLNP-06 versus Placebo in Subjects with Functional Dyspepsia
PubMed ID: 33305631
Large RCT of a standardized ginger extract (OLNPâ06) showed marked improvement/elimination of postprandial fullness and bloating vs placebo.
- Efficacy and safety of steamed ginger extract for gastric health: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multi-center clinical trial
PubMed ID: 40878144
Steamed ginger improved dyspepsia (GSRS includes bloating subscore) â moderate direct evidence.
- The efficacy of a Persian herbal formulation on functional bloating: A double-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 31201146
Randomized trial of a ginger-containing formula specifically reduced frequency/severity of functional bloating vs placebo; multi-herb product but effect directly relevant.
- [Herbal-moxa plaster for diarrhea type irritable bowel syndrome of spleen and kidney yang deficiency: a randomized controlled trial]
PubMed ID: 37313553
IBS-D trial with a dried-ginger herbal-moxa plaster improved IBS symptom severity (bloating likely part of IBS-SSS) but ginger was one of several ingredients.
Antioxidant (7)
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effect of ginger in tuberculosis
PubMed ID: 27089418
In TB patients 3 g/day ginger significantly reduced oxidative-stress markers (MDA) and inflammatory markers in a randomized trial.
- Change in adiponectin and oxidative stress after modifiable lifestyle interventions in breast cancer cases
PubMed ID: 23803042
Small RCT in obese breast-cancer survivors: ginger (with/without exercise) improved oxidative stress markers (MDA down, GPx up) and adiponectin; supports antioxidant benefit though effects strongest with exercise.
- The effect of ginger consumption on glycemic status, lipid profile and some inflammatory markers in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
PubMed ID: 24490949
12âweek ginger supplementation reduced CRP and improved metabolic markers in T2DM, consistent with antiâinflammatory/antioxidant effects.
- Effects of a Functional Food Mixture on Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: Preliminary Results Highlighting the Modulation of Uremic Toxins Derived From Microbiota and Antioxidant Markers
PubMed ID: 40296308
Functional food containing ginger significantly increased FRAP antioxidant capacity in dialysis patients.
- The effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale) supplementation on clinical, biochemical, and anthropometric parameters in patients with multiple sclerosis: a double-blind randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 36974730
Oral ginger reduced ILâ17 and NLR in RRMS, indicating antiâinflammatory/indirect antioxidant effects in a clinical RCT.
- Randomized double-blind vehicle controlled study of the effects of topical acetyl zingerone on photoaging
PubMed ID: 32369655
Acetyl zingerone is a gingerâderived antioxidant; topical trial showed skin aging improvements consistent with antioxidant activity (no direct oxidation markers measured).
- Zingiber officinale and oxidative stress in patients with ulcerative colitis: A randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial
PubMed ID: 30935515
Randomized trial in ulcerative colitis found ginger reduced MDA (oxidativeâstress marker) significantly vs placebo.
Energy & Fatigue (5)
- A phase II randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study of 6-gingerol as an anti-emetic in solid tumor patients receiving moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 28349496
6âgingerol lowered severe fatigue incidence in chemo patients (less gradeâ3 fatigue), indicating improved energy/fatigue outcomes in this population.
- Ginger-indirect moxibustion plus acupuncture versus acupuncture alone for chronic fatigue syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 35473345
Large RCT: adding gingerâpartitioned moxibustion to acupuncture produced sustained reductions in fatigue in chronic fatigue syndrome (directly relevant).
- The effectiveness of Swedish massage with aromatic ginger oil in treating chronic low back pain in older adults: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 24559813
Aromatic ginger-oil massage reduced chronic low-back pain and disability and improved patient-reported outcomes, which can be perceived as increased energy/well-being.
- The Effect of a Standardized Ginger Extract on Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea-Related Quality of Life in Patients Undergoing Moderately or Highly Emetogenic Chemotherapy: A Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial
PubMed ID: 28805667
Standardized ginger improved cancer-related fatigue and nausea-related QoL in early chemotherapy cycles (reduced fatigue suggests energy benefit).
- [Ginger-separated moxibustion for chronic fatigue syndrome and its effect on intestinal flora]
PubMed ID: 33798308
Ginger-partitioned moxibustion reduced fatigue scores in chronic fatigue syndrome (topical/interventional context).
Cold/flu relief (4)
- Phase III randomized clinical trial of BV-4051, an Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation in moderate SARS-CoV-2 infections and its impact on inflammatory biomarkers
PubMed ID: 36419388
Polyherbal tablet containing ginger shortened mean duration of moderate COVIDâ19 illness and improved some symptoms (randomized trial), though effect cannot be ascribed solely to ginger.
- [Therapeutic effect on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease of lung qi deficiency at the stable stage treated with ginger-separated moxibustion and Chinese herbal medicine atomization]
PubMed ID: 32959586
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion + herbal inhalation improved lung function and reduced 1âyear COPD recurrence vs standard therapyârelevant to respiratory symptom reduction though multiâcomponent.
- Ginger extract versus Loratadine in the treatment of allergic rhinitis: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 32312261
Sixâweek oral ginger extract improved nasal symptoms, nasal airway volume and rhinoâconjunctivitis QoL in allergic rhinitisârelevant to upperâairway symptom relief.
- The effects of combination of Zingiber officinale and Echinacea on alleviation of clinical symptoms and hospitalization rate of suspected COVID-19 outpatients: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 33787192
Ginger plus echinacea given to suspected COVID-19 outpatients modestly improved cough and dyspnea versus standard therapy alone; multi-ingredient limits attribution but suggests symptomatic benefit.
Muscle soreness (4)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) reduces muscle pain caused by eccentric exercise
PubMed ID: 20418184
Randomized placebo-controlled trials reported moderate-to-large reductions in exercise-induced muscle pain with daily ginger (raw or heated) vs placebo.
- The effectiveness of Swedish massage with aromatic ginger oil in treating chronic low back pain in older adults: a randomized controlled trial
PubMed ID: 24559813
Aromatic ginger oil massage reduced chronic low-back pain and disability more than Thai massage (topical aromatic use as adjunct to massage).
- A Randomized Double-Blind Trial of Ginger Root for Reducing Muscle Soreness and Improving Physical Performance Recovery Among Experienced Recreational Distance Runners
PubMed ID: 30299178
Randomized placeboâcontrolled trial showed shortâterm oral ginger modestly reduced runningârelated muscle soreness (Cohen's d â0.7 immediate and dayâ5).
- Effect of E-PR-01 on non-specific low back pain in the adult population: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group trial
PubMed ID: 38073372
Vitex+ginger 30âday trial reduced low back pain and disability and improved flexibility â supports muscle/back soreness relief (multiâingredient).
Appetite suppression (4)
- A phase II randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study of 6-gingerol as an anti-emetic in solid tumor patients receiving moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy
PubMed ID: 28349496
6âgingerol improved appetite and FACTâG in chemotherapy patients (RCT), indicating a clinically relevant appetite benefit in this setting.
- [Therapeutic effect of long-snake moxibustion combined with western medication on diarrhea type irritable bowel syndrome of spleen and kidney yang deficiency]
PubMed ID: 33788459
Gingerâpartitioned moxibustion + medication improved IBSâD symptoms including reduced appetite as one reported symptom change (clinical symptom effect).
- Effect of Zingiber officinale Supplementation on Obesity Management with Respect to the Uncoupling Protein 1 -3826A>G and Ă3-adrenergic Receptor Trp64Arg Polymorphism
PubMed ID: 25899896
Ginger reduced appetite scores and produced slight anthropometric decreases in obese women (genotypeâdependent effects).
- Changes of serum adipocytokines and body weight following Zingiber officinale supplementation in obese women: a RCT
PubMed ID: 26318445
12âweek ginger supplementation modestly lowered BMI and insulin measures; appetite changes were reported in related trials.
Oral health (4)
- Comparison of the effect of ginger and aloe vera mouthwashes on xerostomia in patients with type 2 diabetes: A clinical trial, triple-blind
PubMed ID: 34162822
Ginger mouthwash significantly reduced xerostomia symptoms vs saline in diabetics; improved oral moisture may help breath freshness (indirect evidence).
- A randomised double-blind placebo-controlled study on the effects of a herbal toothpaste on gingival bleeding, oral hygiene and microbial variables
PubMed ID: 21542426
Double-blind RCT of a multi-herb toothpaste including ginger reduced plaque/anaerobic bacteria and bleedingâplausible effect on oral malodor though product had many herbs.
- The effects of an Ayurvedic medicinal toothpaste on clinical, microbiological and oral hygiene parameters in patients with chronic gingivitis: a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled, parallel allocation clinical trial
PubMed ID: 26778391
Randomized trial of an Ayurvedic toothpaste containing ginger produced robust reductions in plaque and gingival bleedingâsupports improved oral hygiene and likely fresher breath.
- Evaluation of the efficacy of a polyherbal mouthwash containing Zingiber officinale, Rosmarinus officinalis and Calendula officinalis extracts in patients with gingivitis: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial
PubMed ID: 26850813
Mouthwash with ginger plus two herbs reduced gingival inflammation and plaque comparable to chlorhexidineârelevant to breath freshness though multi-herb.
Blood circulation (4)
- Increasing Warmth in Oncological Patients: A Randomized Controlled Cross-Over Pilot Trial Examining the Efficacy of Mustard and Ginger Footbaths
PubMed ID: 34814768
Ginger added to warm footbaths increased perceived foot warmth and modestly lengthened objective skin temperature, indicating localized circulatory/warming effect.
- Beneficial Effects of Ginger Extract on Eye Fatigue and Shoulder Stiffness: A Randomized, Double-Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Parallel Study
PubMed ID: 39203851
Steamed ginger extract improved peripheral deepâvessel flow velocity (significant in females) and reduced eye fatigue.
- Ginger, fat and fibrinolysis
PubMed ID: 11482162
Controlled study found 5 g ginger prevented and reversed the post-fat meal fall in fibrinolysis â a meaningful effect on vascular/fibrinolytic function.
- The Effects of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Roscoe) on Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Double-Blinded Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
PubMed ID: 37817641
Ginger modestly lowered blood pressure and increased HDL in T2DM/NAFLD patients, changes that can reflect improved vascular/metabolic circulation.
Skin health (2)
- An oil-in-water emulsion containing a combination of ginger extract and synthetic cannabidiol with potent in vitro anti-inflammatory effects alleviates symptoms of atopic dermatitis in a clinical trial
PubMed ID: 39193679
Topical cream combining ginger extract and CBD substantially reduced itch and improved eczema symptoms; ginger's individual contribution unclear but clinically relevant skin benefit observed.
- Randomized double-blind vehicle controlled study of the effects of topical acetyl zingerone on photoaging
PubMed ID: 32369655
Randomized doubleâblind trial: topical gingerâderived acetyl zingerone produced large objective improvements in wrinkles, pigment and redness.
Cough & throat (1)
- The effect of an aromatic solution applied after percutaneous nephrolithotomy on sore throat, thirst, and nausea-vomiting: A randomised controlled trial
PubMed ID: 39644858
Mouthâspray aromatherapy (ginger+lavender) reduced postoperative sore throat VAS vs placebo.
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