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What to do if i just heard that ginger helps with motion sickness, i'm just curious as to how it does so?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ginger: Ginger has been shown to help with motion sickness in many studies, although the mechanism of action is different than most treatments. It appears to be related to its effect on gastric motility. Most other medications actually work at the vestibular system.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ginger root: It is an intestinal spasmolytic & helps eliminate gas from the intestines. It is very beneficial for nausea and motion sickness. It decreases nausea, vomiting, dizziness & clamminess associated with motion sickness. It can also be used for morning sickness & hyperemesis gravidum.

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