Hello Everyone,

Jamaican ginger, which is another term for regular ginger, is a flavorful spice and a good source of antioxidants. It is also a popular herbal remedy for a variety of conditions, but it also is associated with an outbreak of paralysis. Although Jamaican ginger did not directly cause paralysis in this notorious outbreak, the incident is a prime example of the need to be cautious about taking dietary supplements.

Paralysis from the Jamaican ginger outbreak rarely caused death, but some affected individuals experienced permanent neurological damage, according to "Public Health Reports." Despite this outbreak, regulation of dietary supplements is still not as rigorous as for foods and drugs. The Food and Drug Administration inspects food and drugs before they go on the market, but manufacturers of dietary supplements are responsible for testing their own products for safety under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, or DSHEA.

Thanks a lot!
Daquan Gibson

Maeng Da Dosage