Do ginger and vitamin B6 actually help with nausea?

Yes, both ginger and vitamin B6 have real clinical research behind them for easing nausea, particularly nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, where they're among the most studied natural options available. The two work somewhat differently and are sometimes used together, and research suggests each can meaningfully ease symptoms for many people.

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

What the research says about vitamin B6

According to ACOG, vitamin B6 is a safe, over-the-counter option that's often tried first for nausea and vomiting of pregnancy, and it can be combined with doxylamine if B6 alone doesn't fully relieve symptoms. A systematic review and meta-analysis found that vitamin B6 supplementation was associated with meaningful improvements in nausea symptoms during pregnancy compared with placebo.

"Feeling listened to, pain being taken seriously," says Dr. Tosin Odunsi, MD, MPH, FACOG, Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician, describing what matters most to patients navigating pregnancy symptoms.

What the research says about ginger

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health notes that research supports ginger's use for various types of nausea, including nausea related to pregnancy and chemotherapy. A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis comparing ginger with vitamin B6 for nausea and vomiting of pregnancy found that ginger showed statistically significant improvements in some symptom measures compared with vitamin B6, though the certainty of evidence for other measures was low, and the review's authors called for larger, more rigorous trials.

Which one is right for you

Research suggests both options have real support, and some women find one works better for them individually than the other. Since research quality varies across specific outcomes measured, working with your provider on what's right for your situation is reasonable, especially for anything beyond occasional, mild nausea.

• Ginger is available in many forms, including lozenges, tea, and capsules
• Vitamin B6 is available as a standalone supplement or combined with other ingredients
• our USDA organic lozenges for occasional upset stomach, combining active ginger or peppermint oil with Vitamin B6 in one discreet, individually wrapped lozenge†

"With hyperemesis, nothing worked for me. But for many women whose morning sickness isn't as severe, small things like ginger and B6 really can make a difference. I wish someone had told me both, that some relief exists and that not every case looks the same."

— Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder and CEO of Pink Stork

For more on managing digestive discomfort related to GLP-1 medications specifically, see our guide on natural support for GLP-1 digestive discomfort.

Nausea Sweets are USDA Organic, third-party tested in cGMP-certified facilities, and individually wrapped for discreet, on-the-go use, part of the Pink Stork line with 50,000+ verified Amazon reviews across the brand.

Frequently asked questions

Does ginger work better than vitamin B6 for nausea?

Research findings are mixed. Some studies show ginger performing slightly better on certain symptom measures, while others find the two comparable. Individual response varies.

Can I take ginger and vitamin B6 together?

Many products, including Nausea Sweets, combine both. Always check with your healthcare provider, especially during pregnancy.

Is ginger okay for use during pregnancy?

Research has generally supported ginger's use in pregnancy at commonly studied doses, though you should always discuss supplement use with your provider.

How much vitamin B6 is typically studied for nausea?

Clinical trials have commonly used doses in the range of 30 to 75 mg per day, though you should follow product labeling and your provider's guidance rather than research doses.

Does Nausea Sweets treat morning sickness?

Nausea Sweets is formulated to help ease occasional upset stomach, morning sickness, indigestion, and feelings of bloat.† It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition.

† 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.