Source Naturals Mastic Gum Extract 500mg

by Source Naturals

Product Features

• For stomach discomfort
• A natural resin from the Pistacia lentiscus tree of Greece
• Traditionally used by Mediterranean cultures to support gastrointestinal health
• Standardized to 35% masticonic acids, which are the active compounds shown to support the lining of the stomach and the duodenum
• Supports the body's own response to imbalances

Product Description

Package Quantity: 2 | Size: 60 Capsules

Dietary supplement. For stomach discomfort. Mastic gum, a natural resin from the Pistacia lentiscus tree of Greece, has been used traditionally by Mediterranean cultures to support gastrointestinal health. Source Naturals Mastic Gum Extract is standardize

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B001G7R482
• UPC: 021078014201
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,766 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reflux Soother, February 26, 2010

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L. Lewis (Carmel, New York United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Source Naturals Mastic Gum Extract 500mg, 60 Capsules (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

I bought this for my husband who has reflux & was put on Prilosec by his doctor. He now takes 2 Mastic Gum caps each morning upon waking & has cut his Prilosec dosage to 1/2 pill per day. He is now very comfortable & can eat just about anything in moderation. We are hoping that, in time, he can discontinue the Prilosec altogether.

I suffered complications from the flu & was having trouble eating just about any food without extreme stomach distress & resultant nausea & headaches. My doctor had no remedy, only that I repeat tests that already showed no results. I started taking one mastic gum cap each morning on an empty stomach & the distress has diminished greatly...so far no headaches & each day I feel better & better. I will take mastic gum forever if necessary!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best in My Opinion For Gastritis Relief, October 2, 2010

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B. Duguay (South Shore, MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Source Naturals Mastic Gum Extract 500mg, 60 Capsules (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

I've used Jarrow Formulas as well. While Jarrow Formulas is cheaper, I believe I've had more effective relief with this brand.

I've been taking Mastic Gum along with DGL to relieve my gastritis. I agree with the other reviewer that this does provide some GERD relief. Especially if taken also at night with a stomach aloe formula (2tbs), I think it can provide some protection from a hyper-acidic stomach that usually causes damage and esophogeal spasms at night.

I don't believe this product removes the GERD acid reaction that is typical for me 2-4 hours after a meal. But I believe it's a good weapon to have among many things (smaller meals, eating slowly (don't overlook this!), avoiding certain foods, using high quality digestive enzymes). See my other review of NOW DGL for ideas about tips I've learned for helping gastritis.

The digestive enzymes definately help (My doctor suggested Digestive Gold and I think it works really well). Avoiding foods that create a lot of acid, perhaps ones you're sensitive too, can help too. For me, that's a lot of refined starches and sugars. Salt can create more acid too (something about teriyaki marinades that sends my acid production skyward). Sugar can slow the digestion time of meats. And there are considerations for food combining that may also help you. Like never combining a starch with meat or eating fruits on their own. Search google for "food combining" to learn more.

For a while, I enjoyed the ignorant bliss of taking my Prilosec and eating what ever I wanted. Pizza twice a week or a big juicy burger at a restaurant loaded with condiments and salt. But there's a point where the Prilosec stopped working, even when doubled. And at that point, polyps emerged in my stomach that were thankfully not cancerous when biopsied. But they did have everything to do with a Proton Pump Inhibitor stopping my stomach from doing its naturally born duty.

That's where mastic gum, DGL, enzymes, responsible eating/lifestyle come in. Good luck in your quest for relief. I think Source Naturals is very good. Many of thier products have worked well for me.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great digestive relief, March 7, 2009

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Happy Crafter - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Source Naturals Mastic Gum Extract 500mg, 60 Capsules (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

I bought this product as it is good for the H-pylori bacteria that causes some ulsers. I figured it is natural pitch so would give it a try. We are happy with the results. No more tummy pain. It might work for you.

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