Gimber vs INTI: The Nutritional Showdown
Two Belgian brands. Two approaches to ginger. Only one nutritional winner. Here are the verified facts.
The Label Figures
| Criterion | INTI | Gimber N°1 | Gimber N°2 Brut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar / 100ml | 0g added | 34g | ~17g |
| vs Coca-Cola (10.6g) | Less | 3.2× more | 1.6× more |
| 2nd ingredient | Turmeric | Cane sugar | Cane sugar |
| Turmeric | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| turmeric-2026">Black pepper | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Organic | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Belgian | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Why the Triple Formula Makes a Difference
The ginger + turmeric + black pepper combination is validated by research:
- Ginger — inhibits NF-κB and COX-2 (anti-inflammatory-guide-complet-gingembre-curcuma-2026">anti-inflammatory)
- Turmeric — inhibits COX-2, LOX, and NF-κB (triple action)
- Black pepper (piperine) — increases turmeric absorption by 2000%
Gimber contains neither turmeric nor black pepper. It's ginger + sugar + lemon.
The Sugar Paradox
Ginger is anti-inflammatory. Sugar is pro-inflammatory. Putting 34g of sugar into a ginger product creates a product that contradicts itself.
Verdict
If you're looking for the taste of sweetened ginger, Gimber does the job. If you're looking for the health benefits of ginger, INTI is the clear choice: zero sugar, triple formula, organic Belgian.