Masticha 500 mg, 60 caps

The natural power of mastic for digestive health

Mastika is a supplement in the category that supports proper bowel function. Mastica is a resin extracted from the Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia tree, a low evergreen tree with thousands of years of cultivation and use. Mastica is a mixture of hundreds of compounds, which may explain its broad spectrum of action. There are more than 60 biologically active compounds in mastic resin essential oil alone.

Mastika: what does it give on a daily basis?

• Supports the restoration of balance in intestinal function.
• Researched for its impact on gastrointestinal microbiota balance.
• Supports the functioning of the mucosa and intestinal barrier.
• Reduces gastrointestinal complaints, e.g. heartburn, bloating, reflux.
• Supports intestinal barrier integrity
• Is sometimes discussed in the literature in the context of liver function.
• Studied in the context of lipid profile and carbohydrate metabolism.
• Supports antioxidant balance and is sometimes combined with glutathione.
• Supports skin condition.

Who is this supplement for? For people who want to support the comfort of the digestive system and the proper functioning of the mucosa. In the scientific literature, mastic is sometimes discussed in the context of balancing the digestive tract and supporting conditions that promote proper bowel function. Regular use of mastic can support a daily routine focused on digestive comfort. Mastika is also analyzed in the context of markers of the body's response. It can be chosen for periodic complaints such as hyperacidity, bloating, belching, reflux or heartburn.

Mastika has properties described in the literature in the context of inflammatory response markers, which can support the overall balance of the body. Mastika is recommended to be taken before meals, especially if the goal is to support digestion and stomach comfort. Before eating, mastic can promote better comfort after a meal, including with feelings of heartburn, bloating or indigestion.

Thanks to its antioxidant effect, mastic is also used in cosmetics - it helps improve the condition of the skin and promotes its regeneration. It is sometimes used externally, for example, as poultices.

It also exhibits antioxidant activity - preclinical studies have analyzed the properties of mastic extract in the context of mechanisms related to oxidative balance. Publications have also described the relationship with glutathione and antioxidant activity.

In the metabolic field, mastic has been studied for its effects on lipid profiles and carbohydrate metabolism. One study evaluated mastic oil supplementation, observing changes in selected parameters compared to a control group receiving a placebo. Mastica is also sometimes described in the context of liver function, including through processes related to digestion.