Penn Herb Wellness Guide

Morning Sickness

Also indexed as:Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Pregnancy (Nausea)
Wake up to a new day with less nausea and a greater feeling of well-being. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.
  • Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
  • For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.

Our proprietary “Star-Rating” system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by some in the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.

For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.

SupplementAmountWhy
Ginger
1 gram powder daily3 stars[3 stars]
Ginger, well-known for alleviating nausea and improving digestion, appears to be an effective and safe treatment for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.
Vitamin B6
10 to 25 mg three times daily3 stars[3 stars]
In two double-blind trials, supplementation with vitamin B6 significantly reduced the severity of morning sickness.
Adrenal Extract
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Used under a doctor’s supervision, adrenal cortext extract may relieve nausea and vomiting during early pregnancy.
Vitamin C
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Vitamin K and vitamin C, taken together, may provide relief of morning sickness symptoms for some women.
Vitamin K
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Vitamin K and vitamin C, taken together, may provide relief of morning sickness symptoms for some women.

Copyright 2025 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved.

Learn more about TraceGains, the company.

The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2025.