herb · for chronic inflammation
Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Thought to turn down the signals that keep inflammation running.
Say that in clinical terms
Gingerols/shogaols are thought to downregulate NF-kB signaling and COX-2/5-LOX activity, lowering production of inflammatory cytokines and CRP.
How strong is the research?
Solid evidence
Only one study
1 paper read, 1 supporting.
Tested as: ginger powder/extract, 1-3 g/day for 4-12 weeks — effect on blood inflammatory markers (CRP, TNF-alpha, IL-6), not a specific inflammatory disease
How much to take
1000–3000 mg