The Solgar Ginger Root is a dietary supplement in plant capsules, with ginger root Zingiber officinale. Each capsule contains 500mg of root powder and 5mg extract of root in a 4:1 ratio, which combines the whole botanical material with a concentrated form of it. The package contains 100 plant capsules, with a shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, so it is suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets.
It is aimed at adults who use ginger daily, those who travel frequently and want to have it with them in a fixed dose instead of a decoction, and people who prefer herbs in capsules without the taste and the crunchy feeling of fresh root.
Ginger root is the rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale, a perennial plant of the Zingiberaceae family originating from Southeast Asia. It has been used in cooking and traditional medicine for centuries, both fresh and dried. Its characteristic components are gingerols, the phenolic compounds that give it its pungent taste, and shogaols, which result from the gingerols during drying and heating. The ratio of the two changes depending on the processing, so the powder of the dried root is not identical to the fresh root.
The combination of 4:1 powder and extract is a common practice in botanical preparations. The powder provides the full plant material, with its fibers and secondary components, while the extract offers a more concentrated form of the soluble compounds. The health claims for botanicals are on the European Commission's waiting list and are still being evaluated by the EFSA, so in this text we describe what the herb is and its traditional use, without attributing any action to the product.**
According to the product presentation by Solgar, ginger root is traditionally associated with the following:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. Ginger root does not have an approved health claim and the related botanical claims remain under evaluation by the EFSA, so they should not be read as a promise of effect.
This is a single-component botanical preparation. It does not contain vitamins or minerals, so it does not carry approved health claims. What it offers is dosage stability: 500mg root powder plus 5mg 4:1 extract per capsule, numbers that do not change from batch to batch, unlike a homemade decoction.
The list of excipients is short: the plant shell, two anti-caking agents, and maltodextrin as a filler. The producer's statement says that the product contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten, and dairy, nor preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
It suits adults who travel by ship, car or plane and are used to carrying ginger with them. It suits those who already use ginger in their diet and want a practical form without preparation. It suits people who are building a daily botanical regimen and prefer preparations with a clean, short ingredient list. It also suits vegans and vegetarians, as the shell is plant-based.
It is a dietary supplement, not a drug. It does not replace medical diagnosis or medication. Any persistent digestive discomfort needs evaluation by a doctor.
Main ingredients per capsule: Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) powder 500mg, Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) extract 4:1 powder 5mg.
Other ingredients: Ginger root, plant capsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), filler (maltodextrin), Ginger root extract.
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten and dairy. No preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors are used in the preparation. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Form: plant capsule.
Recommended dosage: Adults, 1 to 3 plant capsules daily, preferably with food or as directed by a healthcare professional.
With one capsule per day, the 100-capsule package lasts about three months, while with three capsules per day it lasts about 33 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. If you are taking anticoagulant medication, discuss the use with your doctor, as there is a possible enhancement of anticoagulant action for this category of herbs. The same applies before scheduled surgery. Store the product in a cool, dry place, at room temperature, away from light, moisture and children, and check that the safety seal is intact before opening.
The powder is the ground dried root. The 4:1 extract means that four parts of plant material have been concentrated into one part of extract. The product contains both.
From one to three, according to the producer. Start with the smallest dose and do not exceed it without a health professional's guidance.
The producer recommends taking them preferably with food. Ginger root has a strong character and can be noticeable on an empty stomach.
It provides a stable, measured amount of root without preparation and without the taste. The choice between the two is a matter of preference and practicality.
The producer's dosage is for adults. For children, a pediatrician's guidance is required.
No. The reference to vitality refers to the traditional use of the herb, not to any stimulating substance.
From 33 days, with three capsules per day, to about 100 days with one.
The producer's nutritional table states 500mg of root powder and 5mg of extract per capsule. The quantities that apply are those in the table.
* Ginger root does not have an approved health claim by the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The references to benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
** Information on the botanical ingredients. The related health claims for botanicals are under evaluation by the EFSA.
Main ingredients per capsule: Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) powder 500mg, Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) extract 4:1 powder 5mg.
Other ingredients: Ginger root, plant capsule shell (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), filler (maltodextrin), Ginger root extract.
Free of: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, gluten and dairy. No preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors are used in the preparation. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
Form: herbal capsule.
Recommended dosage: Adults, 1 to 3 phytocapsules daily, preferably with food or as directed by a healthcare professional.
With one capsule per day the pack of 100 capsules covers approximately three months, while with three capsules per day approximately 33 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
In case of pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. If you are taking anticoagulant therapy, discuss the use with your doctor. Store the product in a cool and dry place, at room temperature, away from light, moisture and out of reach of children.
