Gut health might be the latest wellness buzzword, but the truth is… we've been trying to fix our tummies since forever. Long before probiotic capsules and kombucha on tap, humans were turning to plants for relief. And two of the most famous? Ginger and peppermint.
These two ancient heroes aren't just trendy ingredients in your herbal tea — they've got centuries of real-world use and surprisingly strong science behind them.
Used for over 5,000 years, ginger root has been a go-to remedy in traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and across Middle Eastern cultures. It was prescribed to treat everything from motion sickness to bloating to, yep — "windy digestion" (the polite term for farts).
Modern research has finally caught up, and here's what we now know:
Ginger contains bioactive compounds like gingerol and shogaol — these reduce inflammation in the gut and help relax the GI tract.
It's been clinically shown to reduce nausea, including motion sickness, morning sickness, post-operative nausea, and digestive upset.
It may help speed up gastric emptying — basically, helping your food move along when it's hanging out too long in your stomach.
So if you've ever sipped ginger tea for a dodgy stomach and felt better within minutes — that's not placebo, it's plant power.
Peppermint isn't just for mojitos and toothpaste. For centuries, people have used it to ease digestion, cramping, and IBS-like symptoms.
The active ingredient menthol helps relax the smooth muscles of the gut, reducing spasms and easing bloating or cramping.
Studies have found peppermint oil capsules can be effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms — with results sometimes rivalling pharmaceutical meds.
Ancient Greek and Roman texts reference peppermint as a digestive aid, and in traditional European herbal medicine, it's been prescribed for colic, wind, and "overindulgence" (aka big feasts).
And bonus: peppermint also has a mild antimicrobial effect, which helps keep bad bacteria in check and supports overall gut health.
Your gut is sometimes called your "second brain" — and for good reason. The gut has its own nervous system (the enteric nervous system) and communicates directly with your brain via the vagus nerve. In other words, what's going on in your belly can affect your mood, energy, and even skin.
That's why looking after digestion isn't just about avoiding discomfort — it's about total wellbeing.
And guess what? Ingredients like ginger and peppermint do more than soothe. They may also support gut-brain communication, reduce inflammatory markers, and help regulate the microbiome. Old-school meets cutting edge.
Before gut health was trending, these two were already doing the work:
Ginger = great for nausea, bloating, and sluggish digestion
Peppermint = ideal for spasms, cramps, and bloating
Both = gentle, natural, effective, and well-studied
Whether they're in your tea, capsule, or supplement, don't underestimate them. Your ancestors didn't — and neither should your microbiome.
Yep. We're not just throwing buzzwords around. Both ginger extract and peppermint leaf extract are in our all-in-one gut-loving formula — along with probiotics, magnesium, and over 20 other nutrients.
Because while science is great, sometimes the ancient remedies really do know best.
Let's just start by saying that there's nothing you should be taking alongside a GLP-1. Everyone is on a unique journey, and each person will react differently to weight loss medication. But...
If you're one of the many incredible humans on Mounjaro (tirzepatide) or Wegovy (semaglutide), you've probably Googled your symptoms more times than you'd like to admit. "Why do I feel sick on Mounjaro?" "How to stop nausea on Wegovy?" "Why do my burps smell like eggs?" Sound familiar?
Here's the deal: GLP-1 medications work by slowing digestion, regulating blood sugar, and helping you feel fuller for longer. They're powerful tools in supporting weight management and metabolic health. But because they change the way your body processes food, side effects like reduced appetite, nausea, low energy, and potential nutrient absorption issues can creep in.
Nausea? Check ✔️. Random exhaustion? Check ✔️. Jab day burps that taste like rotten eggs (yep, the dreaded sulphur burps)? Double check ✔️✔️.
GLP-1 medications don't directly cause deficiencies, but because you may be eating less overall (and often less of the "good stuff"), certain vitamins and minerals might be harder to get enough of. Plus, digestion changes can affect how well your body absorbs nutrients. Here's how targeted supplementation can help:
You're not imagining it — some people on GLP-1s feel like they've been hit by a motivational truck.
If your Google search history consists of "How to stop sulphur burps on Mounjaro?" "My burps smell like eggs," or "nausea after jab day" — molybdenum is one to watch.
When your food intake drops, so can your glow.
Even with supplementation, your macros matter. GLP-1 meds can reduce appetite so much that your protein intake quietly plummets – and that can lead to muscle loss, slower metabolism, and low mood.
Prioritise:
Low overall calorie intake can be helpful for weight loss, yes – but if you go too low for too long, side effects can worsen and your energy tanks. A calorie deficit is needed to lose weight but what this looks like is very individual. Start by using a TDEE calculator online as a rough guide and adjust as needed.
If your head is in a spin wondering "how many calories should I eat on Mounjaro?" or "am I eating too little on Wegovy?", you're not alone. Balance is everything.
Symptoms can appear, disappear, or shape-shift depending on your dose, how much you've eaten, your hydration, and even the time of day. If you've laid in the dark typing "Why do I feel worse after upping my Mounjaro dose?" or "Week 4 on Wegovy and still sick" into Google at 2am, you are not alone.
So, if your energy dips, nausea spikes, or your bathroom schedule starts doing the cha-cha... don't panic. It's normal to need a little support.
At The Boss Nutrition, we made GLow Plus! specifically with GLP-1 users in mind. Every ingredient was selected to:
It includes over 28 active ingredients, including B12, B6, Iron, D3, Ginger, Molybdenum, Inositol, Probiotics, Magnesium, Zinc, and more. Plus, it's vegan-friendly, certified Gluten free, non-GMO, and designed for real life (you only need 2 capsules a day).
This journey is messy, weird, occasionally full of sulphur burps, and sometimes makes you question if you'll ever feel normal again – but it's also empowering. Don't feel guilty for needing extra support. GLP-1s change your body's internal chemistry so of course you might need to tweak your routine.
Whether you're new to GLP-1s or halfway through your journey, remember: the goal isn't just weight loss. It's feeling strong, energised, and supported every step of the way.
You can check out GLow Plus! here!
Disclaimer: Always check with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you're on medication. This post is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.
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