Travel gingerly - goodnews - Brief Article

Better Nutrition, June, 2003

Ginger's not just the name of the sequined redhaired castaway on Gilligan's Island.

It's also a potent herb that may prove to be a boon for a bad belly. Research suggests that ginger may be effective for treating motion sickness, especially seasickness. Evidence also indicates that the herb can ease post-surgery nausea.

Most clinical studies on ginger have used powdered gingerroot at a dose of 1 gram per day. When shopping, look for gingerroot extracts that approximate a 1-gram dosage. For best results, take two 500-milligram capsules 20 minutes before you travel, and then as needed if you feel queasy after a few hours.

Of course, if you're feeling adventurous, you can hit your local Asian market and try munching on candied ginger--but go easy on the stuff because it's soaked in sugar.