Side effects of ginger

Ginger is a plant that is native to Asia and people commonly use it for nausea and vomiting

However there are some side effects of ginger which you should know about

When taken by mouth, ginger can cause mild side effects including including heartburn, diarrhea, burping, and general stomach discomfort

Taking higher doses of 5 grams daily increases the risk for side effects, studies have shown

When applied to the skin, ginger may cause skin irritation for some people

Some experts have warned against taking ginger by mouth when closer to the delivery date as it could increase the risk of bleeding

Higher doses of ginger may worsen some heart conditions

Stop ginger at least two weeks before a scheduled surgery as ginger may slow blood clotting and could cause extra bleedings during and after surgery