topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimNational dietary guidelines from several countries (eg, the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia) recommend the consumption of spices to lower sodium intake.The National Institutes of Health (NIH)–funded Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) healthy eating plan replaces salt with spices and herbs as a means to lower blood pressure without medication.
evidence level3
citationDiacova Tatiana (2026)
sourceSpices Beyond Antioxidants: From the Gut to the Brain
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimIt was also demonstrated that salt intake was associated with regional metabolic activity in the insula and orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) areas of the brain.The administration of capsaicin (chili pepper) in the Li et al.
evidence level3
citationDiacova Tatiana (2026)
sourceSpices Beyond Antioxidants: From the Gut to the Brain
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claim(2013) To investigate whether spice (poly)phenols reduce GI and systemic formation of cytotoxic lipid peroxidation products and increase NO formation, thereby leading to improved endothelial vascular function n  = 11 men with type 2 diabetes RCT 2 test meals, 1 wk apart  Zhang et al.
evidence level3
citationDiacova Tatiana (2026)
sourceSpices Beyond Antioxidants: From the Gut to the Brain
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimHerbs and spices have been used in various countries around the world for centuries.
evidence level3
citationDiacova Tatiana (2026)
sourceSpices Beyond Antioxidants: From the Gut to the Brain
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimHowever, the evidence of clinical trials has not yet been comprehensively presented.
evidence level4
citationAlexandrova AS (2026)
sourceA Review of the Properties of Clinically Evaluated Plant-Derived Agents in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections.
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimAim : To summarize the antibacterial, antiviral, immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and expectorant properties of Echinacea spp., Pelargonium sidoides , Hedera helix , Thymus vulgaris , Althaea officinalis , Sambucus nigra , Zingiber officinale , and Curcuma longa , and to evaluate the evidence level from clinical trials (CTs) involving these agents in patients with respiratory tract infections (RTIs).
evidence level4
citationAlexandrova AS (2026)
sourceA Review of the Properties of Clinically Evaluated Plant-Derived Agents in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections.
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimSufficient evidence to be regarded as an appropriate treatment to reduce the severity and duration of RTIs was found for all discussed plant-derived agents.
evidence level4
citationAlexandrova AS (2026)
sourceA Review of the Properties of Clinically Evaluated Plant-Derived Agents in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections.
topicGinger Blood Glucose Randomized Trial
claimBackground : The use of plant-derived agents is a common approach in integrative care for respiratory conditions.
evidence level4
citationAlexandrova AS (2026)
sourceA Review of the Properties of Clinically Evaluated Plant-Derived Agents in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections.