herb · for joint pain
Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Thought to block the chemicals that carry inflammation and pain in a joint.
Say that in clinical terms
Gingerols and related compounds are thought to inhibit prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis (COX/LOX pathways) involved in joint inflammation and pain signaling.
How strong is the research?
Solid evidence
Only one study
1 paper read, 1 supporting.
Tested as: dried ginger extract/powder, roughly 500 mg-1 g/day — knee and/or hip osteoarthritis pain
How much to take
500–1000 mg