What is Ginger Root Extract?
Category: Supplements
Most popular types: GNC Whole Herb Ginger Root
See also: Heather's Tummy Tamers
Ginger root is an herb that has been used for medicinal purposes. The active constituents in Ginger are said to promote digestive health and may alleviate occasional motion sickness.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nausea | 11 | 10 | |
| Digestive disturbances | 8 | 5 | |
| Pain | 5 | 6 | |
| Stomach pain | 2 | 0 | |
| Acid reflux | 1 | 4 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 6 | |
| None | 12 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Ginger Root Extract
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Burning sensation in stomach | 1 | |
| Heartburn | 1 | |
| Nosebleeds (epistaxis) | 1 |
Why patients stopped taking Ginger Root Extract
Multiple reasons could be selected
| Reason | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Did not seem to work | 5 | |
| Other | 5 | |
| Expense | 1 | |
| Personal research | 1 |
Duration
Stopped taking Ginger Root Extract
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 month | 3 | |
| 1 - 6 months | 3 | |
| 6 months - 1 year | 1 | |
| 2 - 5 years | 3 | |
| 5 - 10 years | 1 |
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