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Ginger Ale Contains More Sugar Than Ginger

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Ginger ale sounds like the perfect drink for an upset stomach. While studies back up the claim that ginger is a helpful treatment for nausea and other digestive ailments, soda isn’t exactly the best treatment.

Many ginger ales contain little to no actual ginger, and instead rely on artificial flavors and a ton of sugar. Gastroenterologist Gina Sam warns that sugar can feed pain-causing bacteria in the gut, exacerbating the problem. Instead, opt for ginger tea.

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