GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract)

Zingiber officinale
Evidence Level
Moderate
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
3/5 Evidence Score

GingerWarmer® is a ginger (Zingiber officinale) extract standardized for gingerols, the warming, pungent compounds behind ginger's benefits. Ginger is one of the best-studied natural remedies for nausea and is also used to support digestion and a healthy inflammatory response.

Studied Dose Commonly around 1 gram of ginger per day.
Active Compound Ginger (Zingiber officinale) extract standardized for gingerols and shogaols.

Benefits

Nausea relief

Ginger is well studied for easing nausea; a meta-analysis found it helpful for nausea and vomiting, including in pregnancy.

Digestive support

Ginger supports stomach emptying and comfortable digestion, easing bloating and queasiness.

Anti-inflammatory and joint support

Ginger's gingerols calm inflammatory signaling, the basis for its use in joint and muscle comfort.

Mechanism of action

1

Gut-motility support

Ginger promotes stomach emptying and gut motility and calms the nausea signals sent from the gut to the brain.

2

Anti-inflammatory action

Gingerols inhibit inflammatory enzymes (COX and LOX), lowering the body's inflammatory load.

Clinical trials

1
Ginger and Nausea — Meta-Analysis
PubMed

Meta-analysis of ginger for nausea and vomiting compared with vitamin B6 and placebo in pregnancy. (Hu et al. 2022, Journal of Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Medicine)

Pregnant women across trials.

Ginger eased nausea and vomiting, supporting its long-standing anti-nausea use.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

GENERALLY WELL-TOLERATED — mild heartburn or a warming sensation can occur.
High doses may cause mild digestive upset.
Take with food if it bothers your stomach.

Important Drug interactions

Anticoagulants — high-dose ginger may have a mild additive effect; monitor.
Diabetes and blood pressure medication — monitor, as ginger may modestly affect both.
Tell your doctor before surgery if taking high doses.

Frequently asked questions about GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract)

What is GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract)?

GingerWarmer® is a ginger (Zingiber officinale) extract standardized for gingerols, the warming, pungent compounds behind ginger's benefits. Ginger is one of the best-studied natural remedies for nausea and is also used to support digestion and a healthy inflammatory response.

What is the recommended dosage of GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract)?

The clinically studied dose for GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) is Commonly around 1 gram of ginger per day.. Always follow product labeling and consult a healthcare provider for personalized dosing recommendations.

What is GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) used for?

GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) is studied for nausea relief, digestive support, anti-inflammatory and joint support. Ginger is well studied for easing nausea; a meta-analysis found it helpful for nausea and vomiting, including in pregnancy.

Are there side effects from taking GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract)?

Reported potential side effects may include: GENERALLY WELL-TOLERATED — mild heartburn or a warming sensation can occur. High doses may cause mild digestive upset. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you have underlying conditions or take medications.

Is GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) safe to take?

Whether GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) is safe depends on the dose, your overall health, and any medications you take. At studied doses, reported side effects can include: GENERALLY WELL-TOLERATED — mild heartburn or a warming sensation can occur. It may also interact with certain medications. GingerWarmer® (Ginger Extract) is not suitable for everyone — consult a healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medications.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Hu Y, Amoah AN, Zhang H, et al. Effect of ginger in the treatment of nausea and vomiting compared with vitamin B6 and placebo during pregnancy: a meta-analysis. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2022;35(1):187-196..PubMedUsed to support: Meta-analysis supporting anti-nausea benefit of ginger.