Natural Ingredients
Ginger
Aside from its anti-nausea benefits in pregnancy and in the elderly, Ginger has been tested and shown to be effective against various different types of nausea such as post-operative nausea, seasickness,morning sickness, nausea from cancer and chemotherapy-induced nausea. Read more about ginger, here.
DL-Malic Acid
DL-Malic acid is a natural acid found in certain fruits, such as apples and pears. It is commonly used as a flavoring agent to provide a tart taste[1]. Its sourness increases saliva secretion which has been shown to help with dry mouth[2]. Other medicinal uses of malic acid include fibromyalgia, fatigue and various skin conditions[3].
Organic Cane Sugar
Organic cane sugar is grown and processed without synthetic chemicals, pesticides or fertilizers[1]. The processing method of organic cane sugar ensures that its natural trace nutrients (calcium, iron, chromium, magnesium, etc) are retained in the final product[2].The glycemic index of organic cane sugar is much lower than the conventional sugar used for sweeteners[3].
Citric Acid
Citric acid is found naturally in citrus fruits such as limes and lemons. It is commonly used in the food industry as a flavoring agent and as a natural preservative. Citric acid is also used in medicine to help prevent kidney stones and metabolic acidosis[1]. Additionally, this ingredient is responsible for lemon’s soothing effects on your stomach and its anti-nausea benefits.
Magnesium Stearate
Magnesium stearate is a salt, made up of two substances: magnesium and stearic acid. Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid found naturally in many foods such as eggs, chicken, coconut oil, walnuts, human breast milk, salmon, etc[1]. Magnesium is an essential mineral found naturally in many foods such as dark green leafy vegetables and whole grains[1]. Magnesium is commonly used in remedies to treat heartburn and upset stomach[2]. Other medicinal purposes of magnesium include the prevention of migraines, particularly beneficial for women with premenstrual migraines[3]. Additionally, multiple studies have shown magnesium to be cardioprotective by improving myocardial metabolism and reducing cardiac arrhythmias[4].