For this reason, ginger is widely recommended to help reduce inflammation and pain in patients with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. However, taking ginger should not be a substitute for regular medical check-ups or treatment for arthritis and other joint-related conditions.

Consuming ginger or ginger chews may also help with weight management. Studies have shown that those who consume ginger can experience weight loss, even without dietary alterations.

Although the mechanism is not fully understood, it may be related to the fact that epinephrine levels increase after consuming ginger.

Epinephrine is a hormone that causes increased metabolism, rapid heart rate, rapid breathing, and increased perspiration. Epinephrine is also known as adrenaline and when higher amounts are produced in the body, the metabolism increases which contributes to weight loss.

Although ginger has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of certain conditions, the health care provider should be notified when nausea and vomiting are severe and do not respond to treatment.

When this occurs, dehydration can occur rapidly, which is of particular concern for pregnant women, young children, and the elderly population. When severe dehydration occurs, intravenous fluids may be warranted to prevent complications.