Throughout the centuries, ginger has been used in traditional medicine to treat a wide range of ailments, from nausea and vomiting to arthritis and muscle pain.
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While the research supporting ginger's use for migraine relief isn't as strong as the spicy kick of the root itself, it may still earn a place in a migraine relief toolkit, especially when nausea is part of the picture. Ginger root is known for its strong anti-inflammatory properties, its ability to soothe the stomach, ease nausea, and aid digestion.
What Does Research Say About Ginger's Benefits?
Can ginger help treat migraines? Despite the promising buzz, clinical evidence linking ginger to migraine relief remains limited.
A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences in Bengaluru, India, in late 2021, found that ginger root may ease the pain, nausea, and vomiting associated with migraines, though the data doesn't support its use as a primary treatment for acute migraines or for prevention.
Ginger Is Beneficial for Migraines
Meanwhile, several clinical studies have tested ginger's effects on people with migraines. A 2018 study found that taking 400 mg of ginger extract supplement alongside ketoprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, relieved migraine symptoms better than taking ketoprofen alone.
A 2014 study found that 250 mg of powdered ginger supplement relieved migraine symptoms just as effectively as the prescription drug sumatriptan.
Other research has also shown that applying a gel containing ginger and feverfew under the tongue at the onset of a migraine attack can reduce the severity and duration of symptoms.
This is general health information based on research findings, not medical advice , anyone considering ginger or other supplements for migraine management should check with a doctor, especially regarding interactions with other medications.
