Peppermint oil capsules vs Ginger supplements
On Reddit, owners rate Ginger supplements higher overall (4.1 vs 3.8). Scores summarize self-reported experiences and are not evidence that either will work for you.
| Peppermint oil capsules | Ginger supplements | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | enteric-coated capsules | capsules, chews or tea |
| GutVerdict score | 3.8 | 4.1 |
| Owner sentiment | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Recommendations | 3.2 | 4.0 |
| Tolerability | 4.5 | 4.7 |
| Owner comments | 285 | 544 |
| Rated comments | 141 | 182 |
| Unwanted effects reported | 16% | 9% |
| Top praise | Pain & cramping, Bloating & gas | Dose & timing, Bloating & gas |
| Top complaints | Side effects, Pain & cramping | Side effects, Dose & timing |
By symptom
| Context | Peppermint oil capsules | Ginger supplements |
|---|---|---|
| IBS-C & constipation | 12 of 15 positive | 19 of 24 positive |
| IBS-D & loose stools | 13 of 19 positive | 10 of 14 positive |
| Bloating & gas | 25 of 33 positive | 35 of 44 positive |
| SIBO | 20 of 28 positive | 113 of 137 positive |
| After antibiotics | 3 of 4 positive | 13 of 15 positive |
| Stool form | Too few comments | 2 of 4 positive |
| Pain & cramping | 40 of 58 positive | 16 of 18 positive |
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What owners say about Peppermint oil capsules
4/5“I take ibgard and don't have that issue.”
4/5“i’ve gotten good at being able to tell if and when it’ll happen and what helps me most is putting peppermint oil all over my nostrils and neck and blasting my handheld fan.”
4/5“I did use IBGard peppermint capsules and it helped for me.”
What owners say about Ginger supplements
5/5“I take ginger shots every morning. Pretty much a game changer.”
4/5 Bloating & gasFast-acting“It works every time I take it (Motility Pro that is).”
4/5“Apple cider vinegar in the morning with ginger tea on an empty stomach.”
More detail: Peppermint oil side effects · Ginger side effects · Ginger dosage and timing
Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching or combining supplements, particularly if you take other medicines.