Ginger for Arthritis: Proven Efficacy for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis

Arthritis affects over 2 million Belgians. Ginger, with its dual inhibitory mechanism (COX-2 and LOX), acts on both main forms: rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune) and osteoarthritis (degenerative).

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Action on Systemic Inflammation

Gingerols inhibit the production of TNF-α and IL-1β — key cytokines in the rheumatoid inflammatory cascade. An Iranian study (2015) on 70 patients showed a significant reduction in DAS28 score after 12 weeks of supplementation.

Osteoarthritis: Reduction of Pain and Stiffness

A meta-analysis of 9 randomized trials (Osteoarthritis Cartilage, 2015) confirms that ginger reduces osteoarthritic pain by 30% and improves joint function by 22% vs placebo.

Rheumatoid Arthritis vs. Osteoarthritis: What's the Difference?

Rheumatoid arthritis is autoimmune (often affects both sides symmetrically, younger patients). Osteoarthritis is degenerative (cartilage wear and tear, more common after age 50). Ginger helps in both cases but through slightly different mechanisms.

INTI Drink: Ginger + Turmeric, Anti-inflammatory Synergy

The combination of organic Peruvian ginger + organic Peruvian turmeric from INTI offers proven synergy: curcumin potentiates the anti-inflammatory action of gingerols. No added sugar — crucial because sugar aggravates joint inflammation.

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