Mastic Gum
Pistacia lentiscus
A Greek-island tree resin chewed for fresh breath and studied for stomach (H. pylori) comfort.
Traditional use (biblical-near-eastern, european-folk): A Greek-island tree resin chewed for fresh breath and studied for stomach (H. pylori) comfort.
A Greek-island tree resin chewed for fresh breath and studied for stomach (H. pylori) comfort.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A Greek-island tree resin chewed for fresh breath and studied for stomach (H. pylori) comfort.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Generally well tolerated; rare allergy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Generally well tolerated; rare allergy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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