topicGinger Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
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 Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
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 Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
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 Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
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 Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
claimHerbal extracts have found extensive applications as key constituents in the development of these beverages because they are a rich source of bioactive compounds including polyphenols, flavonoids, and essential oils.
evidence level3
citationAwlqadr Farhang Hameed (2026)
sourceInnovations in Herbal Functional Beverages: From Green Formulation and Bioactivity Preservation to Sensory Optimization and Regulatory Safety
topicGinger Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
claimFor instance, combinations of sage and wild thyme in fruit juice have been found to enhance antioxidant potential and balance flavor, which is in accordance with consumer sensory and health acceptance.
evidence level3
citationAwlqadr Farhang Hameed (2026)
sourceInnovations in Herbal Functional Beverages: From Green Formulation and Bioactivity Preservation to Sensory Optimization and Regulatory Safety
topicGinger Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
claimIn addition to the antioxidant effects frequently determined by DPPH, ORAC, and FRAP assays, herbal extracts show promising metabolism‐associated health benefits, such as anti‐diabetic, anti‐obesity, and anti‐inflammatory effects.
evidence level3
citationAwlqadr Farhang Hameed (2026)
sourceInnovations in Herbal Functional Beverages: From Green Formulation and Bioactivity Preservation to Sensory Optimization and Regulatory Safety
topicGinger Exercise Recovery Meta-Analysis
claim2024 2021 2021 2016 2023 2022 2023 A significant transformation has occurred in the global food and beverage industry, based on increasing consumer knowledge about health and well‐being and an increase in demand for functional drinks.
evidence level3
citationAwlqadr Farhang Hameed (2026)
sourceInnovations in Herbal Functional Beverages: From Green Formulation and Bioactivity Preservation to Sensory Optimization and Regulatory Safety