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Chios Mastic v2 vs Licorice DGL Digestive

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Chios Mastic v2

Pistacia lentiscus var. chia

Digestive

Licorice DGL Digestive

Glycyrrhiza glabra (DGL)

Digestive

Description

Greek Chios island exclusive resin with EU PDO protection for H. pylori.

Specially processed licorice with glycyrrhizin removed for safe GI use.

Active Compounds

Masticadienonic acid, Isomasticadienonic acid, Oleanonic acid

Flavonoids, Isoflavones, Chalcones (no glycyrrhizin)

Traditional Uses

Gastric ulcers, Bad breath, Dental health, Digestive problems

Gastric ulcers, Canker sores, GERD, Heartburn

Modern Uses

Anti-H. pylori, Gastroprotective, Oral health

Ulcer healing, Mucosal protectant, Canker sore treatment

Adult Dosage

350-1000mg mastic gum 3x daily on empty stomach

380-760mg DGL chewed before meals

Contraindications

Pistachio allergy

None for DGL (glycyrrhizin removed)

Side Effects

Very rare GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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