Ginger is the tuberous rhizome of the ginger plant, the main components are volatile oils, terpenes, but also contains flavonoids, amino acids, proteins, resinous substances, curcumin and carbohydrates, in addition to iron, potassium, sodium, calcium, zinc, magnesium, manganese, selenium, carotenoids, vitamins, riboflavin, fats, dietary fiber, niacin, and other components. It is pungent in flavor and slightly warm in nature.
Patients with atrophic gastritis should avoid eating spicy, stimulating food, because ginger is spicy, belongs to the stimulating food, ginger soup and ginger have the same effect, consumption can accelerate the secretion of gastric acid, which can aggravate the symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn, stomach upset, etc., which is unfavorable to the condition, so it is not recommended to drink.
Patients with atrophic gastritis should eat under the guidance of a doctor and pay attention to daily care so as not to aggravate their condition.