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Ginger: history and use.

E Langner1, S Greifenberg, J Gruenwald

  • 1Phytopharm Consulting, Berlin, Germany.

Advances in Therapy
|December 8, 1997
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Ginger effectively prevents nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness (kinetosis) and other conditions. This ancient remedy, scientifically proven, is a valuable natural option for digestive health and travel wellness.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology and Ethnobotany
  • Gastroenterology
  • Travel Medicine

Background:

  • Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a widely recognized medicinal plant with a long history of use.
  • Its application for gastrointestinal issues and nausea is supported by traditional practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the scientific evidence on the efficacy of ginger rhizome for motion sickness (kinetosis).
  • To assess ginger's effectiveness in managing postoperative vomiting and nausea during pregnancy.
  • To evaluate ginger's role in stimulating digestion and addressing gastrointestinal problems.

Main Methods:

  • Review of high-quality clinical studies and scientific literature.
  • Analysis of documented evidence on ginger's pharmacological effects.

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  • Assessment of traditional and modern therapeutic applications.

    • Main Results:

    • Ginger rhizome has demonstrated proven efficacy in preventing nausea, dizziness, and vomiting symptoms of motion sickness.
    • Clinical studies confirm its effectiveness for postoperative vomiting and nausea of pregnancy.
    • Scientific approval has been granted for ginger's use in stimulating digestion.

    Conclusions:

    • Medicinal ginger is a highly effective natural intervention for preventing travel sickness.
    • Ginger's benefits extend to managing various forms of nausea and vomiting.
    • Its long-standing use is validated by robust scientific evidence, supporting its role in digestive health.