Experimental Trial on Ginger Plus Lemon Shots<b></b>

Acne vulgaris is a widespread skin disease that is affected by several factors, such as inflammation, hormonal status, and dietary factors. Natural products like ginger and lemon, which contain anti-inflammatory and antioxidant phytochemicals, have been potential in controlling symptoms of acne. Objectives: To examine the impact of the ginger plus lemon shot intervention on the severity of acne and associated hematological parameters in young adult women. Methods: This interventional study included 100 female volunteers between 21–24 years of age with mild to moderate acne who were included in a 10-day interventional trial. All volunteers took 100 mL each of fresh ginger and lemon shots once a day. Clinical evaluation by the Global Acne Grading System (GAGS), complete blood count (CBC), and sensory questionnaires were performed before and after the intervention. Dietary consumption and compliance were observed during the study. Results: The intervention significantly decreased acne lesions and redness of the skin, backed by hematological improvement. Reduction in white blood cell (WBC) count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels reflected a reduction in systemic inflammation. Sensory evaluation revealed excellent acceptability with scores higher than 4 on a 5-point hedonic scale for taste, aroma, color, and overall acceptability. Conclusions: Intake of ginger along with lemon shots on a daily basis for 10 days showed favorable results in alleviating acne symptoms and systemic inflammation markers without any side effects.