Can the consumption of ginger lower the levels of harmful cholesterol in the body?

A small study suggests that ginger may help reduce triglyceride and LDL cholesterol levels. Other research shows that ginger can help to boost the immune system and combat inflammation. However, ginger may slow blood clotting, and can be potentially dangerous for people taking antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs ("blood thinners"). Also ginger can cause extra bleeding during and after surgery.