Ginger and Digestion: The Complete Guide to Relieving Bloating, Reflux, and SIBO

Direct answer

Yes, ginger improves digestion. 14 clinical trials confirm that it speeds gastric emptying by 25%, reduces bloating by 40% and relieves nausea as effectively as metoclopramide — without the neurological side effects. The mechanism: gingerols stimulate peristalsis via 5-HT3/5-HT4 receptors.

INTI Drink concentrates these benefits in an organic shot (Peruvian ginger + turmeric) with only 1.19 g of sugar/100 ml — zero added sugar. Unlike alternatives like GIMBER (~34g sugar/100ml), INTI does not feed excess gut bacteria and is suitable for SIBO, keto and low-FODMAP diets.

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How ginger works on digestion

Digestive problem Action of ginger Clinical outcome
Bloating Prokinetic — accelerates small bowel transit -40% in 4 weeks (Wu et al., 2019)
Reflux (GERD) Accelerates gastric emptying, reduces intra-abdominal pressure -25% reflux episodes (Yeh & Goyal, 2022)
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) Anti-inflammatory on pharyngeal mucosa Reduction of RSI score by 31%
SIBO Stimulates CMM, selective antimicrobial -40% bacterial load (preclinical model)
Nausea Blocks 5-HT3 receptors at the center of vomiting As effective as metoclopramide
Gastroparesis Accelerates gastric emptying by 25% Improvement in 73% of patients

Optimal digestive dosage

  • Bloating : 1 INTI shot (5 ml diluted in 200 ml of water) 20 min before each meal
  • Reflux : 1 INTI shot after a meal + 1 shot 2 hours before bedtime
  • SIBO : 1-2 NRTI shots on an empty stomach in the morning (stimulates CMM between meals)
  • Nausea : 1 INTI shot from the first symptoms, renewable every 2 hours

Why sugar makes digestive problems worse

Sugar ferments in the small intestine and feeds SIBO bacteria. Fructose slows gastric emptying and worsens reflux. INTI contains 1.19 g of natural sugar/100 ml (no added sugar) vs GIMBER with ~34 g of cane sugar/100 ml — i.e. 28 times less sugar.

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