Meta Information

ID:ginger

Name:Ginger

Schema Version:1.5

Title

Ginger

Alternate Names

• Zingiber officinale

Intervention Type

therapeutic_agent

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:

5

High Cost:

20

Cost Type:

monthly

Description:

Cost for a 30-day supply of standardized ginger extract capsules or powder.

Summary

Ginger contains bioactive compounds like gingerols and shogaols, which exert potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. These compounds inhibit key inflammatory pathways such as NF-κB and COX-2, helping to mitigate the chronic, low-grade inflammation ('inflammaging') that is a fundamental driver of many age-related diseases.

Purpose

A potent natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant for mitigating inflammaging.

Card Summary

A common spice with potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds (gingerols) that may help reduce chronic, low-grade inflammation associated with aging.

Drug Class

Drugs In Class

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Impact

Score:

5.5

Justification:

Provides a reliable, moderate reduction in systemic inflammation and oxidative stress.

Evidence

Grade:

A

Score:

8.5

Justification:

Multiple meta-analyses and human RCTs confirm its anti-inflammatory and anti-nausea effects.

Safety

Score:

3

Justification:

GRAS status; high doses may cause mild GI upset or interact with anticoagulants.

Flags

• May cause mild gastrointestinal side effects like heartburn or stomach upset at higher doses.
• Has antiplatelet effects; use with caution if taking anticoagulant (blood thinner) medications like warfarin.
• May lower blood sugar, requiring monitoring for individuals on diabetes medications.

Verdict

A safe, evidence-backed, and low-cost tool for managing chronic inflammation.

Created

2026-04-23T23:36:22.507879Z

Model

Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)

Delivery

Route:

oral

Scope:

• systemic

Indication

Focus:

healthspan

Description:

Ginger contains bioactive compounds like gingerols and shogaols, which exert potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. These compounds inhibit key inflammatory pathways such as NF-κB and COX-2...

Typical Protocol

• Consume 1-3 grams of standardized ginger extract or powder daily, often split into multiple doses.