Mastic Gum

Mastic Gum

Recently, the traditional knowledge of Chios mastiha production was recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The plant has a unique lemony balsam-like smell, which can permeate the air of the ‘Mastichochoria’, the villages on Chios that produce mastic gum. Mastiha is used as a flavoring for many products in Greece ranging from chewing gum to digestives, found at nearly every neighborhood restaurant and corner store. The use of Chios mastiha as a digestive dates back to Hippocrates in the 5th century BCE, and has carried through the ages.

Clinical Applications

• Supports a healthy microbial balance in the gastrointestinal tract, including the oral cavity and stomach^*
• Helps reduce digestive discomfort^*
• Promotes the health of gastrointestinal mucosa in the upper and lower digestive tract^*
• Supports normal, healthy metabolism of glucose and cholesterol and blood pressure within normal ranges^*
• Increases antioxidant potential and reduces cholesterol oxidation^*

Suggested use