Ginger
Zingiber officinale
6-Gingerol and 6-shogaol show anti-tumour activity against ovarian, colon, prostate, and breast cancers through NF-κB inhibition and eicosanoid suppression. Ginger is clinically proven to reduce chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting — as effective as some antiemetics. It also reduces cancer-associated inflammation and pain.
Medicinal Properties
Cancer Types Studied
Recommended Dosage
1–3 g dried ginger powder daily, or 2–4 cm fresh ginger in tea/food, or 1000 mg extract daily.
Preparations
Fresh Ginger Tea
Slice 2–3 cm fresh ginger in boiling water, steep 10 min. Add lemon and honey. Drink 2–3 cups daily especially during chemotherapy.
Ginger-Turmeric Tea
Combine fresh ginger + turmeric + black pepper in 2 cups water. Simmer 10 min. Powerful anti-inflammatory combination.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- May thin blood — stop 2 weeks before surgery
- Can cause heartburn in GERD patients
- May lower blood sugar — monitor in diabetics
- Large doses may cause gastrointestinal discomfort
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.