Ginger root and protein absorption
I was just browsing the boards and saw that someone had recommended using ginger root to increase the absorption of high-protein meals. How does that work? (I'm guessing that some portion of it is either proteolytic or an insulo-mimetic?) And what dosage should be used?
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Here's what I've got so far
I checked on Medline about ginger root. I didn't find any data regarding it directly affecting protein absorption, but it does contain proteases and does stimulate gastric and pancreatic enzyme secretion, thereby facilitating protein digestion. It also decreases gastric motility, increasing the time the ingested protein remains in the stomach and small intestines, time during which the protein can be absorbed. So it makes sense that this may help. Has anyone used it? Does it help?