🫚 Ginger (Fresh)
Clinically shown to reduce period pain comparably to ibuprofen. Use it.
Calories per serving size
Key nutrients in Ginger (Fresh)
Primary active compound. Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis — the mechanism of period pain relief.
More concentrated form of gingerols. Anti-nausea and anti-inflammatory.
Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.
When Ginger (Fresh) is most valuable
A randomised controlled trial found 750mg of ginger powder daily was as effective as mefenamic acid and ibuprofen for primary dysmenorrhoea (period pain). Adding ginger to food or drinking ginger tea during your period is among the most evidence-based dietary interventions available.
How to track Ginger (Fresh) accurately
Ginger is very low calorie — logging it is more about tracking anti-inflammatory intake than calories. "1 tablespoon grated ginger" or "2cm ginger in tea" are typical entries. Oli's AI coach will flag ginger as a recommended food during the menstrual phase.
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