Ginger for Functional Dyspepsia
B Good Evidence At least one randomized trial supports this, with mostly consistent results.Accelerates gastric emptying by ~25%. Reduces postprandial fullness and epigastric discomfort. 1-2 g with meals.
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B
The Bottom Line
Accelerates gastric emptying by ~25%. Reduces postprandial fullness and epigastric discomfort. 1-2 g with meals.
Key Study Findings
Other
Elucidating the effects of ginger processing on Magnolia bark: A multi-platform strategy linking chemical composition …
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: chemical composition changes and taste modulation from ginger …
Effect: None
None
Population: None
Other
Multi-platform analysis reveals the material basis and therapeutic mechanism of Chen Xiang Qu decoction piece …
Dose: None
vs: FD model rats without treatment
Outcome: gastrointestinal motility (gastric retention rate, small intestinal propulsion …
Effect: None
None
Population: rats with functional dyspepsia induced by tail pinching, restraint, and irregular feeding
Controlled Clinical Trial
n=47
8 weeks
Open-label
Evaluation of Adverse Effects and Tolerability of Dietary Ginger Supplementation in Patients With Functional Dyspepsia.
Dose: 1080 mg/day in divided doses
vs: Pre-treatment baseline (single-arm, open-label)
Outcome: Adverse effects and tolerability in FD
Effect: None
None
Population: Patients with functional dyspepsia (mean age 51.5, 78.7% female)
Review
Mechanisms of action and clinical effectiveness of herbal treatments for disorders of gut-brain interaction.
Dose: None
vs: Placebo
Outcome: GI symptoms in DGBI (FD, IBS)
Effect: None
None
Population: Patients with functional dyspepsia and IBS (review)
Review
The effectiveness and safety of natural food and food-derived extract supplements for treating functional gastrointestinal …
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: None
Effect: None
None
Population: None
Randomized Controlled Trial
n=80
12 weeks
Double-blind
Efficacy and safety of steamed ginger extract for gastric health: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled multi-center …
Dose: 480 mg/day GGE03
vs: Placebo
Outcome: GSRS total score and sub-scores
Effect: None
<0.001 (GSRS total, subs)
Population: Adults with mild to moderate functional dyspepsia
Key Statistics
4
Studies
300
Participants
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Positive
B
Grade
Referenced Papers
Journal of ethnopharmacology
2026
Journal of pharmaceutical …
2026
Nutrition reviews
2025
6 citations
Digestive and liver …
2025
4 citations
Current therapeutic research, …
2025
3 citations
Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)
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3 citations
Food & function
2025
1 citations
Saudi pharmaceutical journal …
2024
4 citations
Non-Chinese herbal medicines for functional dyspepsia.
Systematic Review
The Cochrane database …
2023
10 citations
Cureus
2023
10 citations
Clinical nutrition ESPEN
2022
17 citations
Journal of dietary …
2022
1 citations
Persian Herbal Medicine in Functional Dyspepsia: A Systematic Review.
Systematic Review
Current drug discovery …
2021
16 citations
Reviews on recent …
2021
3 citations
Minerva gastroenterologica e …
2020
2 citations
Journal of ethnopharmacology
2019
83 citations
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2019
29 citations
Food science & …
2019
7 citations
Nutrients
2018
54 citations
European review for …
2016
22 citations
Evidence-based complementary and …
2015
63 citations
Minerva gastroenterologica e …
2014
8 citations
Food & function
2013
218 citations
World journal of …
2011
141 citations
Current gastroenterology reports
2007
34 citations
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Commonly Used Dosages
- general:
- 250 mg-1 g/day of dried ginger extract
- nauseasupport:
- 1-2 g/day in divided doses
- pregnancynausea:
- 250 mg four times daily (1 g/day; consult healthcare provider)
- dyspepsiasupport:
- 1-2 g with meals
Upper limit: Generally well-tolerated up to 4 g/day; 1 g/day recommended during pregnancy
Dosages Studied in Research
| Dosage | Duration | Effect | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| 1080 mg/day in divided doses | 8 weeks | Positive | 47 |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| 480 mg/day GGE03 | 12 weeks | Positive | 80 |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | 828 |
Best taken: With meals or 30 minutes before meals for dyspepsia; any time for nausea
Safety & Side Effects
Reported Side Effects
- ⚠ Heartburn and GI irritation (especially at higher doses or on empty stomach)
- ⚠ Mild blood-thinning effect at very high doses
- ⚠ Mouth and throat irritation from raw ginger
- ⚠ Diarrhea at excessive doses
Known Interactions
- ● Anticoagulants (warfarin) and antiplatelet drugs (may enhance bleeding risk at high doses)
- ● Diabetes medications (may lower blood sugar; monitor glucose levels)
- ● Antihypertensive medications (may have additive blood pressure-lowering effects)
- ● Gallstone medications (ginger increases bile flow)
Tolerable upper intake: Generally well-tolerated up to 4 g/day; 1 g/day recommended during pregnancy
Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ginger help with Functional Dyspepsia?
Based on 4 studies with 300 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Ginger may support Functional Dyspepsia management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).
How much Ginger should I take for Functional Dyspepsia?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 250 mg-1 g/day of dried ginger extract. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Ginger?
Reported side effects may include Heartburn and GI irritation (especially at higher doses or on empty stomach), Mild blood-thinning effect at very high doses, Mouth and throat irritation from raw ginger, Diarrhea at excessive doses. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Ginger and Functional Dyspepsia?
We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 4 peer-reviewed studies with 300 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
Related Evidence
Other ingredients for Functional Dyspepsia
Ginger for other conditions
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