Treatment of Nausea and Vomiting With Zingiber officinale in Pregnancy: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews With Meta-Synthesis.
Phytother ResJun 19, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchObstetrics & Gynecology
Zoya Tahergorabi, Mahdi Eslami, Morteza Arab-Zozani
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In 30 seconds
This umbrella review assessed the efficacy of ginger for treating nausea and vomiting in pregnancy by analyzing 18 systematic reviews. The study found that ginger significantly reduces the severity and occurrence of nausea compared to placebo, with a mean methodological quality score of 11.77. Ginger is deemed safe, with no increased risk of adverse effects.
Key findings
- Ginger supplements (450 to 1950 mg daily) significantly reduce nausea severity compared to placebo.
- 28% of the systematic reviews were rated as high quality, while 22% were critically low.
- Ginger does not increase the risk of adverse effects compared to placebo or vitamin B6.
Why it matters
Nausea and vomiting are common in pregnancy, affecting a significant number of women. Effective and safe treatment options are essential for managing these symptoms, and ginger presents a viable alternative to traditional medications.