A True Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Dry Ginger Powder on Management of Nausea and Vomiting Among Antenatal Mother at CHC in Utai, Chhattisgarh

Abstract

Background: Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP) is a common condition affecting a large proportion of antenatal mothers, particularly during the first trimester. Although usually non-fatal, it can significantly impair physical comfort, nutritional intake, and quality of life. Pharmacological management is often associated with concerns regarding fetal safety, leading to increased interest in safe, natural, and cost-effective remedies. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been traditionally used as an antiemetic, but limited experimental evidence is available on the effectiveness of dry ginger powder among antenatal mothers. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of dry ginger powder in the management of nausea and vomiting among antenatal mothers. Settings and Design: The study was conducted at a Community Health Centre (CHC), Utai, Chhattisgarh. A true experimental research design was adopted. Materials and Methods: Sixty antenatal mothers in the first trimester suffering from nausea and vomiting were selected using random sampling technique and assigned into experimental (n=30) and control (n=30) groups. The experimental group received dry ginger powder at a dose of 1.5 grams twice daily after meals for a duration of 30 days, while the control group received routine antenatal care without intervention. The severity of nausea and vomiting was assessed using a structured rating scale during pre-test and post-test. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings revealed a statistically significant reduction in the severity of nausea and vomiting among antenatal mothers in the experimental group after administration of dry ginger powder compared to the control group (p < 0.05). Hence H1 was accepted. The intervention was found to be effective and well tolerated by the participants.