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What are the side effects of eating a lot of ginger?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ginger: Good source of antioxidants and has calming effect. Excess can sometimes cause bloating and nausea.

Answered 5/20/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Side effects are not: Common w ginger. However doses > 10, 000 mg (fresh) or > 4, 000 mg (powdered) are not recommended long-term. Allergic reactions are rare but can include swelling of mouth, tongue, face, throat;rash, itching, hives, difficulty breathing ; chest tightness. It may cause heartburn, bloating, gas, belching, diarrhea ; bad taste. It may effect blood clotting -so consult dr about use w anti-inflammatory.

Answered 12/27/2015

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