Does ginger actually help with morning sickness?

Research suggests it can meaningfully ease nausea symptoms, with a strong safety record, though it has not been shown to significantly reduce vomiting episodes specifically.† Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially during pregnancy. A meta-analysis of 12 controlled studies in more than 1,200 pregnant women found ginger eased nausea more than a placebo, without an increase in side effects or adverse events.

What the research actually shows

A 2014 systematic review and meta-analysis pooled 12 randomized controlled trials involving 1,278 pregnant women testing orally administered ginger for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Researchers found that ginger significantly eased nausea symptoms compared with placebo, and importantly, found no evidence of increased side effects or adverse events associated with ginger use during pregnancy. The review's authors concluded ginger could be considered a harmless and possibly effective option for women experiencing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

It's worth being precise about what the research does and doesn't show. The same meta-analysis found that ginger did not significantly reduce the number of vomiting episodes specifically, even though it did help with nausea symptoms. Nausea and vomiting are related but distinct outcomes, and the research supports ginger more clearly for the nausea side of that equation.

Where ginger fits among other recommended options

ACOG's clinical guidance on nausea and vomiting of pregnancy identifies vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), alone or combined with doxylamine, as first-line pharmacotherapy, while ACOG guidance also names ginger as a nonpharmacologic option that has shown some beneficial effects for easing nausea symptoms. Some head-to-head research comparing ginger with vitamin B6 directly has found the two perform similarly for symptom improvement, without a statistically significant difference between them.

A practical, on-the-go option

Pink Stork Nausea Sweets, a discreet on-the-go nausea support, combines active ginger or peppermint oil with vitamin B6 to help ease occasional upset stomach, morning sickness, indigestion, and feelings of bloat.† Since the research above supports keeping ginger accessible before nausea sets in rather than only reaching for it after, the individually wrapped lozenge format is built for exactly that kind of proactive use, in a bag, car, or desk drawer. Pink Stork's Total Prenatal, formulated for first-trimester sensitivity, pairs foundational prenatal nutrition with ScentCert technology to help reduce scent-triggered nausea, addressing first-trimester discomfort from two different angles at once.†

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Frequently asked questions

Does ginger really help with morning sickness?

Research suggests it does help with nausea specifically. A meta-analysis of 12 controlled trials in more than 1,200 pregnant women found ginger significantly eased nausea symptoms compared with placebo.

Does ginger reduce vomiting during pregnancy?

The same research found ginger did not significantly reduce the number of vomiting episodes specifically, even though it helped with nausea symptoms.

Is ginger safe during pregnancy?

Research reviewed found no increase in side effects or adverse events associated with ginger use during pregnancy, though you should always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement.†

Is ginger or vitamin B6 more effective for morning sickness?

ACOG identifies vitamin B6 as first-line pharmacotherapy, while naming ginger as a nonpharmacologic option with some beneficial evidence. Some head-to-head research has found the two perform similarly.

What is in Nausea Sweets?

Nausea Sweets combines active ginger or peppermint oil with vitamin B6, available in Sweet Peppermint, Ginger Mango, and Ginger Raspberry flavors, to help ease occasional upset stomach and morning sickness.†

Should I take Nausea Sweets alongside my prenatal vitamin?

Many women pair Nausea Sweets with Total Prenatal during the first trimester. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially during pregnancy.†

† 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.