Restricting Colon Cancer with Ginger Root Promising

A new study from the University of Michigan Medical School that participants who consumed just two grams of ginger root supplement had remarkably decreased the levels of inflammation. Just released today this study can be viewed in Cancer Prevention Research.

Thirty participants had been enrolled in this study and at random been assigned to either take two grams of ginger root supplement or a placebo for thirty days. The participants had been divided into two groups after receiving colon biopsies. When the trail had concluded participants had undergone another biopsy.

Researchers upon measuring standard levels of colon inflammation had statistically discovered remarked decreases in a majority of the markers and inclination towards remarked decreases in others.

Past studies have linked inflammation with the development of tumors prompting more research to be conducted to determine if the herb does fight cancer.

Dr. Suzanna M. Zick, Ph.D, MPH, ND, board member of the Society for Integrative Oncology and study author, states having more ginger in the diet could not hurt specifically since colon cancer is the seconding leading cause of cancer death in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society a man's risk for development of colon cancer is around one to twenty in his lifetime.

Dr. Zick suggests trying for two grams of ginger root supplement or two tablespoons of fresh ground ginger with a meal each day.

Back in 2003, research had been presented at the Frontier's in Cancer Prevention Research; this was a major meeting of cancer experts. The research had advocated that ginerols, the main active compound in ginger and the one responsible for its distinct flavor had revealed it just may stop the growth of human colorectal cells.

Today healthcare practitioners may recommend ginger root in aide in the treatment or prevention of nausea and vomiting due to pregnancy, motion sickness and chemotherapy. Ginger is also used for stomach upset, a pain reliever for osteoarthritis and also for cancer and heart disease.

Do not give ginger root to children under two years of age. Children over two may take ginger root for stomach cramps, headaches and nausea, check with the doctor for the appropriate dosage.

Adults may not take more than four grams of ginger each day this includes in food usage.

Side effects are rare but can occur if taken in high doses which can cause mild heartburn, irritation of the mouth and diarrhea. Side effects can be avoided by taking the supplement.

Medication interactions include:

Blood thinning medications may cause risk of bleeding. These medications include those types of Warfarin and aspirin.

Diabetic medications, this herb may decrease blood sugar raising the risk of low blood sugar.

High blood pressure medications with this herb may lower blood pressure increasing the risk of low blood pressure or irregular heart beat.

Sources:

Indian Express

Men's Health

Whole Foods

University of Maryland Medical Education