Ginger and Digestion: Bloating, Heartburn & IBS

Digestive problems affect over 40% of the population. Ginger is one of the most scientifically proven natural remedies for them.

Four ways ginger improves digestion

1. Accelerates gastric emptying

A study in the European Journal of Gastroenterology (2008) showed: Ginger accelerates gastric emptying by 25-50%. This is crucial for functional dyspepsia – the main cause of post-meal bloating.

2. Stimulates digestive enzymes

Ginger increases the production of bile, lipase, and protease — enzymes that break down fats and proteins. Result: better digestion and less gas formation.

3. Reduces intestinal inflammation

Gingerols selectively inhibit COX-2 and LOX in the gastrointestinal tract. This is particularly relevant in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (ibs-irritable-bowel-syndrome-digestive-relief-evidence-2026">IBS), where chronic low-grade inflammation plays a key role.

4. Antispasmodic

Ginger relaxes the smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract and reduces cramps and spasms.

Clinical Evidence

• Bloating: 1.2g ginger before meals reduced bloating by 50% in an RCT
• Functional Dyspepsia: Ginger significantly accelerated gastric emptying vs. placebo
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Ginger reduced IBS symptoms by 26% after 4 weeks
• Heartburn: Ginger strengthens the lower esophageal sphincter and reduces reflux

Optimal Dosage

• Daily prevention: 1-2g ginger/day (1 INTI shot = your daily dose)
• Before heavy meals: 1.2g ginger 20 minutes beforehand
• For IBS: 150-500mg 3x/day for at least 4 weeks

Why a ginger shot is the best format

A concentrated INTI organic ginger shot offers advantages over tea or capsules: faster absorption, consistent dosage, and the synergy of ginger + turmeric + black pepper.