Everyday Food Myths You Need to Stop Believing

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16) Ginger Ale Can Settle An Upset Stomach

There's a widespread popular belief that soda, especially ginger ale, is the best thing for an upset stomach. Unfortunately, that's not the case. Ginger itself helps reduce stomach inflammation, promotes digestion and reduces pain, but ginger ale is just a carbonated beverage with ginger flavoring. It might even be worsening your symptoms of nausea or indigestion because it's also got tons of sugar in it. If you really want some relief, try steeping freshly grated ginger root in some hot water or tea.