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>Has there ever been any evidence that ginger actually helps with anything
Yes, ginger contains the phenolic compound types gingerols and shogaols (from the Japanese word for ginger, "Shoga"). These compounds have been studied extensively for their medicinal qualities.
Gingerols:
Gingerols have shown anti-inflammatory properties.
They can act as antioxidants.
Gingerol can help improve gastrointestinal motility, which aids digestion. It may also have a protective effect on the stomach lining, potentially helping to prevent ulcers.
Studies suggest 6-gingerol may have anticancer effects, including promoting cell death and inhibiting tumor blood vessel growth, says the National Institute of Health (NIH).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26228533/
Shogaols:
Shogaol is more biologically active than gingerol, despite being present in lower concentrations.
Anticancer: Studies show that 6-shogaol can inhibit the growth of various cancer cells, including breast, liver, and colon cancers.
Anti-inflammatory: Shogaol can reduce inflammation by inhibiting inflammatory mediators and signaling pathways.
Antioxidant: It possesses antioxidant properties, which may contribute to its protective effects against certain diseases.
Therapeutic potential: Shogaol is being investigated as a potential lead compound for developing new drugs to treat diseases like cancer
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10594701
