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Ginger - Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed®)

Last Revision: April 18, 2022.

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

Drug Levels and Effects

Summary of Use during Lactation

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) root contains the pungent principles or gingerols that are considered to be responsible for its pharmacological activity. Ginger is commonly used for nausea and motion sickness. It has no specific lactation-related uses in Western medicine, but is reportedly used as a galactogogue in Turkey and some parts of Asia.[1,2] Ginger is reportedly used as part of a topical herbal mixture to shorten the time to full lactation and or alone or as part of a topical herbal mixture used for breast engorgement.[3-5] A systemic review of 5 studies on ginger as a galactogogue alone or in combinations with other herbals found weak evidence that ginger may increase milk supply in mothers who had a natural delivery, but not in mothers who had a cesarean section.[6] Galactogogues should never replace evaluation and counseling on modifiable factors that affect milk production. [7,8] Very limited data exist on the safety and efficacy of ginger in nursing mothers or infants. However, ginger has a long history of use as a food and medicine and is "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) as a food flavoring by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, including during lactation.[9] When used as a medicinal, ginger is generally well tolerated in adults, but mild side effects such as bad taste, heartburn, abdominal discomfort, weight gain, headache, dry mouth and nausea are reported occasionally.

Dietary supplements do not require extensive pre-marketing approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Manufacturers are responsible to ensure the safety, but do not need to prove the safety and effectiveness of dietary supplements before they are marketed. Dietary supplements may contain multiple ingredients, and differences are often found between labeled and actual ingredients or their amounts. A manufacturer may contract with an independent organization to verify the quality of a product or its ingredients, but that does not certify the safety or effectiveness of a product. Because of the above issues, clinical testing results on one product may not be applicable to other products. More detailed information about dietary supplements is available elsewhere on the LactMed Web site.

Drug Levels

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects in Breastfed Infants

A woman was treated with a number of Ayruvedic treatments for rheumatoid arthritis postpartum. One of the products used was ginger 250 mg orally twice daily for 3 months. She reportedly breastfed her infant (extent not stated) throughout treatment and the infant had normal growth and development.[10]

In a study of exclusively nursing mothers receiving fenugreek seed 200 mg, turmeric 100 mg and ginger 120 mg (Fenucaps; Herbal Acharn's Home Co. Ltd., Thailand) 3 times daily for 4 weeks, no adverse events were reported in their infants, although the method used to determine this finding were not reported. [11]

Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk

A study in Japan compared the use of a mixture of 13 herbs, including ginger, to ergonovine for their effects on lactation and serum prolactin in postpartum women. The herbal mixture, called Xiong-gui-tiao-xue-yin, was given in a randomized fashion to 41 women in a dose of 2 grams of a dried aqueous extract 3 times daily. A comparable group of 41 women were randomized to receive methylergonovine 0.375 mg daily. Therapy was started on the day of delivery, but the duration of therapy was not specified. Plasma oxytocin and prolactin were measured on days 1 and 6; milk volumes were measured daily, although the method of measuring milk volume was not specified. Serum prolactin was higher on days 1 and 6 in the women who received the herbals; plasma oxytocin was lower on day 1 in the women who received the herbal, but not different on day 6. Milk volumes were greater on days 4, 5, and 6 in women who received the herbal mixture.[12] This study has serious flaws that make its interpretation impossible. First, milk volume measurement is subject to considerable variability depending on the measurement method used, but the method was not specified. Second, methylergonovine has caused decreases in serum prolactin and milk production in some studies.[13,14] Because of the lack of a placebo group, the differences found could be a negative effect of methylergonovine rather than a positive effect of the herbal preparation. Because this study used a multi-ingredient combination products in which ginger was only one component, the results might be different from studies in which ginger was used alone.

Studies of Thai herbal compresses containing ginger, turmeric and camphor have evaluated the effect of application of the compresses to the breasts on lactation. The studies showed that the compresses shortened the time to lactation postpartum compared to routine clinical care for enhancing lactation.[3]

A randomized, double-blind study in Thailand compared the milk output of mothers taking either dried ginger 500 mg or placebo twice daily starting within 2 hours after delivery. On day 3, mothers receiving ginger produced a statistically significantly greater volume of milk than those receiving placebo, 191 mL per 24 hours compared to 135 mL per 24 hours. On day 7 postpartum, the ginger group produced an average of 80 mL/hour of milk compared to 112 mL/hour in the placebo group, although the difference was not statistically significant. No significant difference in serum prolactin was found between the two groups on day 3 postpartum.[15]

A randomized trial in women with breast engorgement compared warm compresses to warm compresses containing a mixture of dried herbs, including ginger, lemon grass, Stapf leaves and leaf sheaths, Acacia concinna leaves, tamarind leaves, Citrus hystrix (kaffir lime) peels, Blumea balsamifera (sambong) leaves, salt and camphor. Both treatments relived the pain of engorgement, but women who received the compress with herbs (n = 250) had greater pain relief than those who received the warm compress alone. Because of the possible color and odor differences between treatments, the study cannot be considered to be blinded.[4]

Fifty women in Thailand who were 1 month postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding were randomized to receive either a placebo or capsules containing fenugreek seed 200 mg, turmeric 100 mg and ginger 120 mg (Fenucaps; Herbal Acharn's Home Co. Ltd., Thailand) 3 times daily for 4 weeks. Participants pumped milk on 2 days at 0, 2 and 4 weeks of the study. The average milk volumes increased by 49% at 2 weeks and 103% at 4 weeks among participants receiving the active product. The macronutrient composition of the milk did not change in either group over the 4-week period. Growth of infants was not reported.[11]

A randomized, double-bind study of 70 women who delivered by cesarean section in a hospital in Thailand compared 35 who took 5 grams of instant ginger powder in water to 35 who took a placebo with ginger scent, but no ginger. The products were taken every 12 hours up to 72 hours postpartum, starting at 24 hours postpartum. Breastmilk volumes were measured by test weighing of their infants. Total milk volume between 48 and 72 hours postpartum were compared. The median total breast milk volumes during this time were 80 mL in the ginger group and 100 mL in the placebo group. The difference was not statistically significant.[16]

A randomized study compared nursing mothers with breast engorgement who received either a hot compress (n = 38) or hot ginger compress (n = 38) three times daily for 2 days. The women who received the ginger compresses had a greater decrease in breast pain than those who received the hot compresses.[5]

In a survey of nursing mothers in Australia, 52 mothers were taking ginger as a galactogogue. On average, mothers rated ginger as “slightly effective” on a Likert scale. Six percent of mothers taking ginger reported experiencing adverse reactions, such as weight gain, headache, dry mouth and nausea.[17]

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Kaygusuz M, Gümüştakım RŞ, Kuş C, et al. TCM use in pregnant women and nursing mothers: A study from Turkey. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2021;42:101300. [PubMed: 33412511]

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Dhippayom T, Kongkaew C, Chaiyakunapruk N, et al. Clinical effects of Thai herbal compress: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2015;2015:942378. [PMC free article: PMC4377500] [PubMed: 25861373]

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Ketsuwan S, Baiya N, Paritakul P, et al. Effect of herbal compresses for maternal breast engorgement at postpartum: A randomized controlled trial. Breastfeed Med. 2018;13:361–5. [PubMed: 29688768]

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Monazzami M., Yousefzadeh S., Rakhshandeh H., et al. Comparing the effects of hot compress and hot ginger compress on pain associated with breast engorgement. Nursing and Midwifery Studies. 2021;10:73–8. [CrossRef]

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Dilokthornsakul W, Rinta A, Dhippayom T, et al. Efficacy and safety of ginger regarding human milk volume and related clinical outcomes: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Complement Med Res. 2021;29:67–73. [PubMed: 33789272]

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Deshpande SV, Deshpande VS, Potdar SS. Effect of panchakarma and Ayurvedic treatment in postpartum rheumatoid arthritis (amavata): A case study. J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2017;8:42–4. [PMC free article: PMC5377475] [PubMed: 28302414]

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Bumrungpert A, Somboonpanyakul P, Pavadhgul P, et al. Effects of fenugreek, ginger, and turmeric supplementation on human milk volume and nutrient content in breastfeeding mothers: A randomized double-blind controlled trial. Breastfeed Med. 2018;13:645–50. [PubMed: 30411974]

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Ushiroyama T, Sakuma K, Souen H, et al. Xiong-gui-tiao-xue-yin (Kyuki-chouketsu-in), a traditional herbal medicine, stimulates lactation with increase in secretion of prolactin but not oxytocin in the postpartum period. Am J Chin Med. 2007;35:195–202. [PubMed: 17436360]

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Peters F, Lummerich M, Breckwoldt M. Inhibition of prolactin and lactation by methylergometrine hydrogenmaleate. Acta Endocrinol (Copenh). 1979;91:213–6. [PubMed: 463447]

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Arabin B, Ruttgers H, Kubli F. Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. 1986;46:215–20. [Effects of routine administration of methylergometrine during puerperium on involution, maternal morbidity and lactation] [PubMed: 3519353]

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Substance Identification

Substance Name

Ginger

Scientific Name

Zingiber officinale

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Milk, Human

Complementary Therapies

Phytotherapy

Plants, Medicinal

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Is it possible to drink tea while breastfeeding

• Benefits of tea during breastfeeding
• Which tea is better for breastfeeding: black or green?
• Which tea supplements can be used during lactation
• Other useful tea drinks during lactation

During the lactation period, a nursing woman is advised to carefully monitor the diet and exclude foods that can harm the baby from the daily menu. As a natural stimulant of milk production, mammologists recommend drinking tea. But before drinking such a drink, it is necessary to take into account its beneficial properties and decide how safe it will be for the child.

A nursing mother, in order to compensate for the lack of fluid in the body, should consume about two liters of water per day. It should be borne in mind that not all drinks can be useful during lactation. The most safe and hypoallergenic liquid is distilled water. In order not to go to extremes, it is recommended that a nursing mother drink drinks that have a positive effect on health and at the same time have a pleasant taste and aroma. This includes fermented milk drinks, juices made from natural ingredients, milk and teas.

It is known that tea itself does not contribute to the stimulation of the lactation process. The mechanism of action of this drink is the same as that of other hot liquids: after ingestion, hot tea improves the flow of milk to the mammary glands.

For a long time, pediatricians have limited the use of tea drink due to the presence of caffeine in it, which has a pronounced tonic effect. Today, such a categorical ban has been lifted. A cup of black or green tea can contain about 85 mg of caffeine, while the allowable dose for a person per day is about 1000 mg. Therefore, a couple of cups of tea drink a day should not harm the child. So in the diet of a nursing mother, different varieties of tea can be safely present.

If you drink tea while breastfeeding in moderation - no more than 2-3 cups a day, then there will be no harm to the baby. At the same time, it is recommended to give preference only to high-quality and natural drinks without artificial colors and impurities. It is better not to use tea in bags, but to buy tea leaves by weight. As an additional component, you can add milk, herbs, berries and fruits to the drink. To find out if a new tea is suitable for a nursing mother, it is recommended to drink a little freshly brewed drink 30 minutes before feeding the baby and then evaluate the reaction of the newborn's body.

Which tea is better for breastfeeding: black or green?

Since each person has their own taste preferences, it is recommended that a nursing mother drink the tea drink that she likes the most in terms of taste and effect. Black tea has a stimulating effect on the nervous system, but when consumed in moderation with milk, it relieves fatigue and has a calming effect. The tea leaves of black tea go through a fermentation process, and the longer it lasts, the better and nobler the taste of the tea drink will be, but at the same time it has a lower content of catechins. These substances are necessary for the baby, and for this reason, pediatricians advise giving preference to green tea. At the same time, opponents of the use of green tea note that it contains a large amount of caffeine, as in natural coffee.

Green tea relaxes the ducts of the mammary glands, but does not significantly affect lactation. As a natural drink, green tea contains such useful components:

• tannin - this substance improves the functioning of the digestive system, strengthens blood vessels and has an antimicrobial effect;
• organic acids, amino acids, vitamins and minerals that normalize the functioning of the nervous system and improve the condition of the body as a whole;
• bioflavonoids with a powerful antioxidant effect.

If the baby is too restless, doctors recommend giving preference to white tea, which undergoes very weak fermentation. Herbal, fruit and flower teas do not contain caffeine at all. A drink like South African rooibos has a minimal list of contraindications and a high content of vitamin C. It also contains beneficial minerals that ease and soothe the work of the gastrointestinal tract in disorders and treat heartburn. In addition, this tea reduces the manifestations of an allergic reaction and strengthens the entire body. The main rule when choosing such a drink is to make sure that the composition of the tea does not contain harmful impurities and components.

The baby can become capricious and too irritable even against the background of drinking green tea: he may have problems sleeping. If such a reaction is observed, then it is also better to refuse to use green tea. Replace green tea with black tea with less caffeine. There is nothing wrong with a nursing mother drinking even more than one or two cups of tea a day, as long as it does not negatively affect the baby. Since everyone is different, many breastfeeding mothers can drink any drink with safe additives without any problems associated with the deterioration of the baby's well-being.

Which tea supplements can be used during lactation

The child begins to receive the protection of the mother's immunity even in the process of intrauterine development. It is possible to provide him with reliable protection against various infections after birth with the help of regular tea consumption. For this, ordinary black tea with condensed milk is suitable.

Herbal supplements in the form of lemon balm are also suitable, as a good remedy for relieving intestinal colic and normalizing peristalsis: lemon balm tea will improve bowel function and reduce pain symptoms. Chamomile tea is simply indispensable for breastfeeding, when the baby has the first signs of a cold. As a natural antiseptic, chamomile has an antimicrobial effect no worse than any expensive drug. The advantage of this drink is the safety of chamomile tea for the child's body and the ability to bring down the temperature, as well as remove pain in the event of an inflammatory process.

Lemon tea also has a protective and regenerating property, serves as a good natural antibiotic and stimulant of the immune system. But during breastfeeding, drinking such tea should be done with caution and make sure that the baby does not have an allergic reaction. To understand whether it is possible to drink tea with lemon during lactation, you need to drink about a quarter cup of a tea drink and observe the reaction of the baby's body during the day. Normally, no redness, rashes should appear on the child's body, and there should also be no changes in behavior. If all is well, it will be possible to increase the intake of lemon tea to 2 or 3 cups per day.

Replace lemon tea with bergamot tea. Tea with bergamot during lactation has a preventive effect and protects the newborn baby from viral infections. Such a tea drink can be introduced into the diet of a nursing mother from the first days of a child's life and not be afraid that it will cause the development of allergies or dysbacteriosis.

Thyme tea has a calming effect, which is ideal for teething in a baby or if he is worried about prickly heat. Thyme tea has an anti-inflammatory, sedative and beneficial effect on the digestive system. The drink relaxes the body and reduces pain.

Other healthy tea drinks during lactation

While breastfeeding, a breastfeeding mother can also try Chamomile Flower Premium tea. This drink promotes good digestion, treats constipation and diarrhea, and reduces gas formation. Chamomile tea saturates the body with the necessary amount of fluid and helps in the treatment of peptic ulcer or colitis. Chamomile flowers contain a large number of useful substances: polysaccharides, vitamins, organic acids, minerals.

Chamomile tea helps with colds, well relieving the feeling of itching and sore throat. Even small children can treat a cough with chamomile. The addition of a slice of lemon or honey helps to enhance the therapeutic effect of the drink. Chamomile tea tidies up the nervous system and relieves gastrointestinal problems associated with stress.

Ginger matcha tea also has medicinal properties. It is suitable for a nursing mother as a substitute for regular coffee or tea, as it does not contain caffeine. Ginger drink has a characteristic taste and can be prepared with milk or water. Such tea has an antibacterial effect, helps with colds and strengthens the immune system, quenches thirst well and gives a charge of vivacity for the whole day.

Another useful tea drink is lavender flowers, which has a pronounced antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory effect. Lavender drink has a delicate oily taste and persistent aroma, and also contains an aftertaste with light herbaceous notes. This tea goes well with honey and a slice of lemon. This plant is often used in medicine for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and problems with the nervous system. Lavender infusion has a deep emotional relaxation, improves tone and has an antiseptic effect. It is brewed at the rate of 3 g of tea leaves per 120 ml of water with a temperature of 80-95 degrees.

Tea called Ku Qiao Mei, or as it is also called Tatar buckwheat, has a sweetish taste and an appetizing aroma of vanilla cookies. The color of the tea drink is bright yellow and it is rich in vitamins P, E, C, group B. Rutin, which is contained in the Tatar buckwheat plant, helps strengthen immunity, regulates blood pressure, strengthens capillary walls and improves blood microcirculation. Such tea should be brewed with purified water at a temperature of 95 degrees at the rate of 1 teaspoon per 200 ml of water.

It is recommended to buy tea for a nursing mother only of high quality in the form of tea leaves and without the addition of flavors or other chemical components. Each tea drink has its own secrets of brewing, which must be observed in order to maximize the disclosure of its beneficial properties.

Before giving preference to any drink, it is advisable to make sure that the child does not have an allergic reaction to it. Black tea can only be brewed once, while green tea can be reused. Nursing mothers are not recommended to drink tea drinks that can lower blood pressure.

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Is it possible for breastfeeding women to use ginger

• Chemical and vitamin composition of ginger
• Effect on lactation
• Impact on the child
• Benefits and harms of the product
• Contraindications for the use of



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Ginger ( Zingiber officinale ) is a traditional herb used for nausea or motion sickness. According to reviews, it can also increase the volume of milk when you are breastfeeding your baby. But is it safe to use for nursing mothers and newborns? The answer to this question, as well as a detailed analysis of the properties of the plant - later in the article.

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• Chemical and vitamin composition of ginger
  • The impact on lactation
  • The impact on the child
• The benefits and harm of the product
• Contraindications for use

Chemical and vitamin composition of ginger

Chemical analysis shows that the plant contains over 400 different compounds. The main constituents of its rhizomes are carbohydrates (50–70%), lipids (3–8%), terpenes and phenolic compounds. Ginger is also rich in polyphenols, vitamin C, β-carotene, flavonoids and tannins.

Plant nutritional value per 100 g:

• calories - 80 kcal;
• carbohydrates - 17. 77 g;
• fats - 0.75 g;
• proteins - 1.82 g.

Essential oils give the characteristic taste and aroma of ginger. They are about 3% of the total weight. In addition, it contains about 79% water. When dried to a powdery state, moisture evaporates, and all other components remain unchanged. At the same time, the powder is less pungent and spicy in taste. The same substances that are responsible for the spicy taste provide the product with high antioxidant properties.

Of the vitamins it contains:

• thiamine (B1) - 0.025 mg;
• riboflavin (B2) - 0.034 mg;
• niacin (B3) - 0.75 mg;
• pantothenic acid (B5) - 0.203 mg;
• folates (B9) - 11 mg;
• vitamin C - 5 mg;
• vitamin E - 0.26 mg.

Studies show that the active compounds in ginger are effective against a wide range of diseases, including gastrointestinal cancer. Its polyphenols provide the basis for applications against multifactorial diseases.

Mineral composition of ginger:

• calcium 16 mg;
• iron - 0.6 mg;
• magnesium 43 mg;
• manganese - 0.229 mg;
• phosphorus - 34 mg;
• potassium - 415 mg;
• sodium 13 mg;
• zinc - 0.34 mg.

In addition, ginger is considered a spice. It is both a food seasoning and a natural medicine. Due to its excellent taste and beneficial properties, it is used in many main dishes, in baking and brewing tea.

In the Middle Eastern cultural tradition, it is a remedy that can be drunk for many diseases, as it supports the immune system, reduces inflammation and helps with many diseases, which is why it is so valued in the East.

Effects on lactation

In some regions of the world, women include ginger in their diet immediately after giving birth. It is believed that it helps to restore the body. One of the easiest ways to consume ginger while breastfeeding (LF) is to boil the fresh root in 1 cup of water.

Important! You can safely consume fresh ginger while breastfeeding without causing side effects. However, commercially available ginger supplements should only be taken after consulting a doctor.

It is believed that the plant stimulates the production of breast milk, although studies that would accurately confirm this fact have not been conducted. The only scientific paper on this subject was published in 2016. It concluded that the use of ginger as a natural method to increase breast milk in the early postpartum period (1-3 months) is effective, but further research is needed in this direction.

Ginger is conditionally safe in small quantities for both breastfeeding women and infants. It practically does not cause side effects. When introducing it into the diet, follow the usual scheme: start gradually and do not exceed the norm of 20–50 g of the product per day.

The product is optimally consumed in the form of ginger-honey tea during lactation, but dried powder from it is also used. Whichever form you choose to use, they will be equally effective. The plant also has a calming effect and is used for colds, relieving respiratory distress, sore throats and coughs.

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For cooking, you need 1 tbsp. l. a spoonful of honey, fresh chopped ginger root, one glass of boiling water and a slice of lemon. Add the root to boiling water and boil it until the color of the liquid turns red-brown. Strain, add lemon and honey and drink hot.

Influence on the child

Nursing mothers should be aware that the taste of the foods they eat penetrates into breast milk and can change its taste, so the use of spices such as garlic and ginger is recommended to be dosed.

Some babies are more sensitive than others to changes and may stop breastfeeding altogether. If the baby is restless, does not take the breast well, review your diet and remove foods from it that can cause anxiety in the baby.

Also learn how ginger affects hemoglobin levels.

Benefits and harms of product

The effectiveness of drugs tends to decrease due to the development of resistance in bacteria. Antibiotics often cause complications and have side effects. The antimicrobial efficacy of ginger under these conditions creates a wide field for its use.

• The benefits of the plant, its properties and use in various pathologies are as follows:
• Ginger root helps with nausea. It is used during pregnancy to relieve symptoms of toxicosis. It is also used for nausea and dizziness associated with motion sickness while traveling. The root can relieve nausea and vomiting in cancer patients after chemotherapy.
• Ginger is also recommended for digestive problems. It relieves bloating, cramps and constipation.
• Promotes perspiration and reduces body temperature in case of colds, respiratory infections, sore throats and influenza.
• Has an analgesic effect: relieves headaches, menstrual, muscle pain.
• Reduces swelling and relieves pain associated with arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
• The plant's gingerol is both an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory agent. It can help eliminate certain types of cancer cells found in breast, ovarian, and lung cancers.
• May lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It also lowers cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease, and improves blood flow throughout the body.

Harm from this product is also possible. It can irritate the intestinal mucosa, therefore, with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in the acute phase, ulcers and gastritis, it should not be used. It also cannot be eaten by people with congenital intestinal pathologies.

Contraindications for use

When used as a flavoring agent, ginger is not harmful. But in large quantities, like any product, it can cause problems, which means there are contraindications.

• When consuming ginger in large quantities, the following factors should be taken into account:
• possible indigestion, bloating and diarrhea;
• increased risk of bleeding: if you have lost a lot of blood during childbirth, you should not use ginger;
• product is contraindicated when taking blood thinners, drugs for heart disorders, blood pressure or aspirin;
• be careful with diabetes too: the plant can lower blood sugar levels to dangerous levels;
• is contraindicated in the presence of an allergic reaction to plants of the genus ginger.

Important! Do not use ginger if you have vaginal bleeding or if you have had a miscarriage in the past.

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