Ginger and Acid Reflux: Natural Heartburn Relief
Ginger and Acid Reflux: What Science Says
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects 1 in 5 Belgians. Ginger, thanks to its prokinetic and anti-inflammatory properties, offers a natural alternative to proton pump inhibitors.
How ginger works on reflux
Gingerols and shogaols accelerate gastric emptying, reducing pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter. A study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology shows that 1.2g of ginger reduces gastric emptying time by 50%.
Ginger vs. antacid medications
Unlike antacids that temporarily neutralize acid, ginger addresses the root cause: insufficient gastric motility. Without side effects on gut flora.
INTI Drink: the practical solution
Each INTI shot contains 1.19g of sugar per 100ml — with no added sugar — and a standardized dose of organic Peruvian ginger. No sugar that ferments and worsens reflux.
⚠️ GIMBER contains ~34g of sugar per 100ml: excess sugar worsens reflux by promoting intestinal fermentation.