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Mastica Chios
Mastica Chios
Mastica Chios is mastic gum, the sticky extract of the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus) produced on the Greek island of Chios. Research shows that it helps ease stomach pain and heartburn linked with functional dyspepsia and is commonly used in Ayurveda for Adhmana (excessive gas formation in the stomach and intestines).
Amount: 1 Capsule |
Amount Per Serving |
Chios mastic gum |
400mg |
Non-medicinal Ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, sodium stearyl fumarate. Capsule: hypromellose. |
AOR guarantees that all ingredients have been declared on the label. Contains no wheat, gluten, corn, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sulphites, mustard, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproducts.
Suggested Use:
(Adult): Take 1 capsule three times daily on an empty stomach, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Cautions :
For occasional use only. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 2 weeks, if symptoms persist or worsen, if you have diabetes mellitus or Crohn's disease or are taking hypoglycemic or hypolipidemic agents. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have an allergy to Anacardiaceae family plants (eg. pistachios). Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (eg. allergy) occurs.
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding :
N/A
Source:
Pistacia lentiscus (sap)
Main Applications:
- Ulcers (peptic and gastric)
- Heartburn