Ginger and Digestion: Natural Relief in 20 Minutes
Bloating, reflux, slow digestion — ginger accelerates gastric emptying by 25% and provides relief in 20 minutes. This is why it is the most studied natural prokinetic.
What do the studies say?
| Study | Measured effect | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Wu et al. (2008) | Gastric emptying | +25% faster vs placebo |
| Hu et al. (2011) | Gastric contractions | +27% antral contraction amplitude |
| Nikkhah Bodagh (2019) | Functional dyspepsia | Significant symptom reduction |
4 digestive mechanisms of ginger
1. Prokinetic effect
Ginger stimulates antral contractions → food passes faster from stomach to duodenum → less bloating, less reflux.
2. Anti-nausea (5-HT3)
6-Gingerol blocks serotonin receptors 5-HT3 in the gastrointestinal tract → powerful antiemetic signal. Same mechanism as ondansetron.
3. Natural carminative
Ginger relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter in a controlled way → evacuation of trapped gases → relief of bloating.
4. Stimulation of digestive enzymes
Ginger stimulates the production of lipase, amylase and protease → better breakdown of macronutrients.
When to drink INTI for digestion?
- 15-20 min before meals: prepares the stomach, stimulates enzymes
- After a heavy meal: speeds up emptying, reduces bloating
- For nausea: effect in 15-20 minutes via 5-HT3
INTI — Your daily digestive partner
Organic concentrated ginger. Relief in 20 minutes. No added sugar.