Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and various folk remedies to treat respiratory ailments, including dry cough. Its use is primarily justified by tradition, with a long history of employing ginger as a warming herb to soothe sore throats, reduce irritation, and promote expectoration. Traditional texts often recommend ginger tea, ginger juice, or ginger lozenges for cough relief.

The traditional rationale for ginger’s effectiveness in relieving dry cough includes its anti-inflammatory properties, its ability to stimulate saliva and mucus production (which may soothe dry throat and reduce cough reflex), and its purported antimicrobial effects. These properties are attributed to the presence of compounds such as gingerols and shogaols.

While there is some limited scientific evidence suggesting ginger may have antitussive (cough-suppressing) and anti-inflammatory effects, most clinical trials focus on its use for nausea and other conditions, not specifically for dry cough. Laboratory studies indicate that ginger extracts may relax airway smooth muscles and inhibit certain pathways involved in coughing, but human trials are lacking or of low methodological quality. Therefore, while traditional use is strong, scientific validation remains limited, and most recommendations are based on historical rather than robust clinical evidence.

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