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Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin: what the research found

PubMed indexes 8 records that name Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin together, either in the title or in an interaction, co-administration, or pharmacokinetic context. The key findings come first, in the authors’ own words, followed by every study with its design and PubMed link.

A summary of published research, not medical advice. A pharmacist can check any combination against your full list of medicines and supplements.

Key findings

What the studies concluded.

Reviews and human studies first. Each quote is the authors’ own conclusion about their study, not a NutriStack assessment, and a single study is not a consensus.

“Red pepper, ginger, and turmeric affect energy metabolism using mechanisms related to thermal effect, BMR, total energy expenditure, oxygen consumption, and lipid oxidation. These spices haven't been assigned appropriate doses and periods of use, and no definite judgments can be made on their use.”

Arif Icer et al. · 2023 · Human study · details

“With some systems and adipose tissue, ginger and turmeric exert their actions through some/all of the following signals or molecular mechanisms: (1) through reduction of high levels of some hormones (as: T4, leptin) or interaction with hormone receptors; (2) by inhibition of cytokines/adipokine expression; (3) acting as a potent inhibitor of reactive oxygen species (ROS)-generating enzymes, which play an…”

Al-Suhaimi et al. · 2011 · Human study · details

“These extracts could be an adjuvant treatment for oxidative-stress-related pathologies. However, the bioavailability of these compounds needs to be optimized, and further research is needed to determine appropriate concentrations and their antioxidant effects in the body.”

The research

8 studies naming Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin.

Strongest relevance first: papers naming both substances in the title, then human trials and systematic reviews.

Effects of Red Pepper, Ginger, and Turmeric on Energy Metabolism: Review of Current Knowledge.

Alternative therapies in health and medicine · 2023 · PMID 33789250

ReviewHuman subjects

“Red pepper, ginger, and turmeric affect energy metabolism using mechanisms related to thermal effect, BMR, total energy expenditure, oxygen consumption, and lipid oxidation. These spices haven't been assigned appropriate doses and periods of use, and no definite judgments can be made on their use.”

Arif Icer et al. · Authors' conclusion

Names both Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin in its title.

Antioxidant Activity in Extracts from Zingiberaceae Family: Cardamom, Turmeric, and Ginger.

Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023 · PMID 37241765

Review

“These extracts could be an adjuvant treatment for oxidative-stress-related pathologies. However, the bioavailability of these compounds needs to be optimized, and further research is needed to determine appropriate concentrations and their antioxidant effects in the body.”

Ballester et al. · From the abstract

Names both Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin in its title.

Functional bioactive compounds in ginger, turmeric, and garlic.

Frontiers in nutrition · 2022 · PMID 36570131

Review

“This report reviews bioactive compounds in selected foods namely ginger (Zingiber officinale), turmeric (Curcuma longa), and garlic (Allium sativum) as potential natural therapeutics for ailments of cancer and heart-related diseases. Analytical profiles, functional activities, and characterization of these compounds were discussed with possible recommendations for the prospective treatment of diseases using these nutraceuticals.”

Ajanaku et al. · From the abstract

Names both Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin in its title.

Physiological and therapeutical roles of ginger and turmeric on endocrine functions.

The American journal of Chinese medicine · 2011 · PMID 21476200

ReviewHuman subjects

“With some systems and adipose tissue, ginger and turmeric exert their actions through some/all of the following signals or molecular mechanisms: (1) through reduction of high levels of some hormones (as: T4, leptin) or interaction with hormone receptors; (2) by inhibition of cytokines/adipokine expression; (3) acting as a potent inhibitor of reactive oxygen species (ROS)-generating enzymes, which play an essential role between inflammation and progression of diseases; (4)…”

Al-Suhaimi et al. · From the abstract

Names both Ginger Extract and Turmeric/Curcumin in its title.

Limitations

What this evidence cannot tell you.

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