Ginger for Nausea
Evidence-Based Natural Remedy Guide
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How Ginger Helps with Nausea
Ginger is one of the most well-studied anti-nausea remedies. Gingerols and shogaols block serotonin receptors in the gut and accelerate gastric emptying, reducing nausea from multiple causes.
🔬 What the Research Says
A 2018 meta-analysis in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found ginger significantly reduced nausea severity across pregnancy, post-surgery, and chemotherapy contexts.
[1] Ginger for nausea and vomiting: a systematic review and meta-analysis — Food Science & Nutrition (2018)
📋 How to Use
Sip ginger tea, chew crystallized ginger, or take ginger capsules. For motion sickness, take 30 minutes before travel. For pregnancy nausea, sip ginger tea throughout the morning.
💊 Recommended Dosage
250mg ginger capsules 4 times daily, or 1-2 cups fresh ginger tea. Safe during pregnancy up to 1g/day.
⚠️ Side Effects & Cautions
Generally very safe. May cause mild heartburn. Safe during pregnancy at recommended doses.
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📚 Sources
- Ginger for nausea and vomiting: a systematic review and meta-analysis — Food Science & Nutrition (2018)
Last reviewed: February 2026 · Medical disclaimer applies
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