Herb
Ginger
SaveA warming rhizome with strong traditional and clinical support for nausea, dysmenorrhea, and mild inflammatory pain.
Quick verdict
One of the best all-around herbs for nausea and a legitimately useful anti-inflammatory kitchen staple.
Evidence score
A rough internal score reflecting quantity, quality, and consistency of human evidence. Not a clinical recommendation.
What the research shows
Meta-analyses support ginger for pregnancy-related nausea, motion sickness support, osteoarthritis symptoms, and dysmenorrhea. Gingerols and shogaols drive much of the activity.
Benefits
- Strong support for nausea relief
- May reduce menstrual and joint pain
- Provides anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits
Dosage notes
Typical use ranges from 1-2 g/day of powdered root or equivalent extract; lower doses are often enough for nausea.
Side effects
- Heartburn
- Burping
- GI irritation at high doses
Who should be cautious
Large doses can worsen reflux and may increase bleeding tendency slightly when stacked with anticoagulants.
What this page cannot tell you
It works best for nausea and mild inflammatory pain, not as a cure-all anti-inflammatory.
Leaderboard scores
- Pain50
- Recovery30
- Immunity20
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