topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimYoung adults, particularly females, have a higher prevalence, which has increased substantially over the past decades [].
evidence level2
citationPastras Ploutarchos (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Treatments for IBS: Clinical Outcomes, Mechanistic Insights, and Their Position in International Guidelines
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimMore specifically, the presence of recurrent abdominal pain, on average, at least 1 day per week in the last 3 months, associated with two or more of the following: symptoms related to defecation, a change in stool frequency, or a change in stool form [].
evidence level2
citationPastras Ploutarchos (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Treatments for IBS: Clinical Outcomes, Mechanistic Insights, and Their Position in International Guidelines
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimIBS is associated with reduced engagement in daily activities, increased work absenteeism, and impaired functioning, thereby increasing the global healthcare burden [].
evidence level2
citationPastras Ploutarchos (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Treatments for IBS: Clinical Outcomes, Mechanistic Insights, and Their Position in International Guidelines
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claim1 2 1 3 1 4 5 Disorders of gut–brain interaction (DGBIs) are functional gastrointestinal conditions characterized by a complex interplay between the gut and the brain [].
evidence level2
citationPastras Ploutarchos (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Treatments for IBS: Clinical Outcomes, Mechanistic Insights, and Their Position in International Guidelines
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimProtein intake per kg body mass predicted performance time in the placebo trial and average VO 2 in the ginger trial; other macronutrients were not associated with outcomes.
evidence level4
citationKurtz JA (2026)
sourceThe Influence of Ginger Supplementation on Cycling Performance.
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimGinger supplementation is proposed as a natural ergogenic aid due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, but its effects on endurance performance remain unclear.
evidence level4
citationKurtz JA (2026)
sourceThe Influence of Ginger Supplementation on Cycling Performance.
topicGinger Bloating Randomized Trial
claimMethods In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, 30 trained cyclists (27 male, 3 females, aged 36 ± 11 yr) completed three visits: a baseline 75 km time trial, a post-supplementation time trial, and a second post-supplementation trial under the alternate condition.
evidence level4
citationKurtz JA (2026)
sourceThe Influence of Ginger Supplementation on Cycling Performance.