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Korakis Marinos Chios Natural Gum Mastic:
Mastic gum is a resin sourced from the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus).
It has been harvested since the time of antique Greece.
It is traditionally utilized as chewing gum to desalinate breath and aid in metabolism.
Also Known As:
In addition to teardrops of Chios, mastic gum is also called:
- Arabic gum
- Lentisco
- Lentisk
- Mastiha
- Mastixa
- Yemen gum
What are the Benefits of Using Mastic Gum?:
Taking mastic gum by mouth for 3 weeks seems to improve symptoms of indigestion, including stomach pain, upper abdominal pain, heartburn, and stomach ulcers.
How to Use Mastic Gum?:
Whole, raw mastic gum is typically chewed to purify breath or support relieve occasional nausea or heartburn.
When chewed, its bitter taste will gradually soften as the resin grows pliable more and turns from a translucent yellow to an opaque white.
The gum should be spat out when you are through with it.
Usage Recommendation:
Taking mastic powder by mouth for 2 weeks seems to reduce symptoms and improve healing in people with intestinal ulcers.