THE GINGER SHOT TREND FOR DETOX AND ANTI-INFLAMMATION: IS IT REALLY THAT EFFECTIVE?

Lately, drinking ginger shots has become a popular trend, widely shared across social media platforms. The commonly mentioned benefits include detoxification, anti-inflammation, and antioxidant effects. But can just a small shot really deliver all of that? 

👩‍⚕️ Let’s hear from MSc. Dr. Nguyen Phuong Anh – Nutrition Specialist at the CarePlus International Clinics in the article below! 

1️⃣ What is a ginger shot? 

A ginger shot is a concentrated juice made from fresh ginger (30–60 ml), often mixed with lemon, honey, turmeric, or juice from vegetables and fruits such as purple cabbage and apple. It has a strong, spicy taste because it contains more ginger than what we usually use in meals. 

2️⃣ What are the benefits of ginger shots? 

Ginger contains compounds like gingerol and shogaol, which have anti-inflammatory and mild antioxidant properties, support digestion, and help reduce nausea. When turmeric is added, it provides curcumin—a well-known anti-inflammatory compound familiar in traditional remedies. Therefore, ginger shots can serve as a natural source of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. 

3️⃣ Does drinking a ginger shot alone guarantee strong detox and anti-inflammatory effects? 

Although ginger shots offer health benefits, achieving anti-inflammatory effects or body detoxification cannot rely solely on a few dozen milliliters of ginger juice. These benefits depend on a foundation of a healthy lifestyle: balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, limited alcohol and tobacco, and sufficient sleep. 

4️⃣ Doctor’s advice 

Ginger shots can be an enjoyable beverage, but keep in mind: anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds can degrade over time; people with stomach issues should be cautious because of the strong spiciness; and importantly, ginger shots do not replace fresh vegetables and fruits, as they provide only a small amount of nutrients and almost no fiber. Sustainable health comes from a balanced diet with diverse foods. 

💡 The Nutrition Consultation package at CarePlus is fully designed to accurately assess your body condition, including: 

✅ Anthropometric assessment, dietary evaluation, and clinical examination 

✅ Body composition analysis with advanced InBody technology  

✅ Necessary laboratory tests and imaging diagnostics 

✅ Personalized nutrition and exercise consultation based on your body condition and health goals 

A ginger shot can be a fun “daily boost,” but long-term health comes from balanced eating habits and a healthy lifestyle. 

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