The short answer. There isn't much data on Ginger Root yet — 16 mentions, 3 with a clear outcome — so treat these numbers as anecdotal. It is well studied — 5 meta-analyses on PubMed.
Out of 16 mentions; the other 81% didn't say how it went and aren't counted.
Of the people who reported each effect, the share who said it got better.
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses from PubMed, with their published conclusions.
3+ meta-analyses or systematic reviews and 10+ randomized controlled trials in humans. The grade measures how much human research exists — read the conclusions below for what it found.
Conclusion: Ginger displayed significant efficacy with regard to controlling CINV in the experimental groups.
PubMed 30299420 ↗Conclusion: Anti-emetic medication appears to reduce the frequency of nausea in early pregnancy. There is some evidence of adverse effects, but there is very little information on effects on fetal outcomes from randomised controlled trials. Of newer treatments, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) appears to be more effective in reducing the severity of nausea. The results from trials of P6 acupressure are equivocal. No trials of treatments for hyperemesis gravidarum show any evidence of benefit. Evidence from observational studies suggests no evidence of teratogenicity from any of these treatments.
PubMed 14583914 ↗Conclusion: Anti-emetic medication appears to reduce the frequency of nausea in early pregnancy. There is some evidence of adverse effects, but there is very little information on effects on fetal outcomes from randomised controlled trials. Of newer treatments, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) appears to be more effective in reducing the severity of nausea. The results from trials of P6 acupressure are equivocal. No trials of treatments for hyperemesis gravidarum show any evidence of benefit. Evidence from observational studies suggests no evidence of teratogenicity from any of these treatments.
PubMed 20824826 ↗Conclusion: Anti-emetic medication appears to reduce the frequency of nausea in early pregnancy. There is some evidence of adverse effects, but there is very little information on effects on fetal outcomes from randomised controlled trials. Of newer treatments, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) appears to be more effective in reducing the severity of nausea. The results from trials of P6 acupressure are equivocal. No trials of treatments for hyperemesis gravidarum show any evidence of benefit. Evidence from observational studies suggests no evidence of teratogenicity from any of these treatments.
PubMed 11869567 ↗As stated by users — not a recommendation. Follow the label or your doctor.
How often each side effect came up across all reports.
First-hand experiences, quoted verbatim. We show one positive and one negative where both exist.
“I found tremendous success from peppermint oil, ginger root and fennel oil in terms of daily management of symptoms.”
“fresh ginger root in my power smoothie recipe which is: very energizing, very great for the brain and body. Its been incredibly beneficial for me.”
“One thing to add is Ginger root. It's a potent anti-inflammatory and contains a healthy dose of antioxidants. I usually slice off a half inch by half inch by half inch sized piece but sometimes double it.”
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