Does ginger actually help with morning sickness?

Yes, according to multiple randomized controlled trials. A meta-analysis of 12 trials involving nearly 1,300 pregnant women found that ginger significantly reduced nausea symptoms compared with placebo, though it did not significantly reduce the number of vomiting episodes.^† That makes ginger a reasonable first-line option for nausea specifically, not a cure for vomiting on its own.

Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while managing a medical condition.

What the research actually shows

The meta-analysis, published in Nutrition Journal, pooled data from 12 randomized controlled trials and found a statistically significant improvement in nausea symptom scores for women taking ginger versus placebo. The same analysis found a trend toward fewer vomiting episodes, but it did not reach statistical significance, so researchers were careful not to overstate ginger's effect on vomiting specifically.

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health summarizes the evidence similarly: research shows ginger may help with pregnancy-related nausea, while evidence for other uses, like motion sickness, is weaker.

"The term 'morning sickness' is misleading; nausea can occur any time of the day,"

— Emily Linklater, D.O., Mayo Clinic Health System OB/GYN Physician

How much ginger, and in what form

Clinical trials have used ginger in forms ranging from capsules to tea to candy, generally at doses around 1,000 mg of dried ginger per day, divided across a few servings.^† Because dosing recommendations vary by product and by trimester, this is a conversation to have directly with your provider rather than something to self-titrate.

Nausea Sweets, a discreet on-the-go nausea support, delivers active ginger alongside vitamin B6 in an individually wrapped lozenge, which makes it easy to reach for a consistent, pre-measured serving rather than guessing at tea strength or capsule size.^†

"Feeling listened to… pain being taken seriously."

— Dr. Tosin Odunsi, MD, MPH, FACOG, Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician

Why B6 is often paired with ginger

Vitamin B6 has its own body of research in nausea support and is frequently studied alongside or against ginger in clinical trials, with some reviews finding the two comparable in effect.^† That is part of why our organic ginger and vitamin B6 nausea lozenges combine both rather than relying on ginger alone.^†

If morning sickness is part of a broader first-trimester routine, pairing nausea support with Total Prenatal, a 22-nutrient blend with ScentCert technology, addresses both the acute discomfort and the ongoing nutritional needs of early pregnancy.^†

"When people want to improve their fertility or their wellness, it's not just about swallowing any pill and getting a result. You have to put in the work."

— Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder and CEO of Pink Stork

What ginger will not do

Ginger is not positioned as a treatment for hyperemesis gravidarum or severe, persistent vomiting. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends early treatment of more severe nausea and vomiting to prevent it from progressing, and that treatment plan should come from your provider, not a supplement alone.

Related reading

• How can you ease nausea and vomiting during pregnancy?
• What foods and remedies help with morning sickness?

Frequently asked questions

How many studies support ginger for pregnancy nausea?

A meta-analysis pooling 12 randomized controlled trials and nearly 1,300 pregnant women found a significant reduction in nausea symptoms with ginger compared with placebo.

Does ginger reduce vomiting too, or just nausea?

The research found a significant effect on nausea symptoms specifically. The effect on vomiting episodes trended positive but was not statistically significant.

Is ginger safe throughout all three trimesters?

Most research has focused on nausea in early pregnancy. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether and how to use ginger later in pregnancy.

Can I just eat ginger candy instead of taking a supplement?

Food-based ginger can help some women, but clinical trials generally used standardized doses, which is easier to replicate with a measured lozenge or capsule than with candy alone.

Is ginger better than vitamin B6 for morning sickness?

Some research has found the two comparable in effect, which is one reason products often combine them rather than relying on just one.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while managing a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.