Chios Mastiha | The Ancient Solution for Bloated Stomach and Gut Issues

According to large-scale global epidemiological studies involving more than 30 countries and over 73,000 participants, nearly 40% of people worldwide suffer from Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs)¹. These are chronic digestive disorders marked by persistent or recurring symptoms such as heartburn, bloating, reflux, abdominal discomfort and indigestion. This means almost 2 out of every 5 individuals struggle with digestive issues regularly - making gut health a major, yet often overlooked, global concern.

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Chios Mastiha (also known as Mastic Gum) is a natural resin from Pistacia lentiscus var. chia, a unique tree that grows only in the southern part of Chios Island in Greece. Often called the “Tear of Chios”, this resin has been used for more than 2,500 years as a natural remedy for digestive comfort and overall wellness. Today, what makes Chios Mastiha even more exciting is that modern science is now confirming what ancient physicians like Hippocrates already believed.

So, what makes Chios Mastiha so special?

This natural resin is composed of several active components:

• Polymer with that becomes runny resin with cytoprotectant effect (protect stomach lining)

• Arabinogalactan proteins that inhibit the growth of H. pylori

• Terpenes and triterpenoids with powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects

• Essential oil & Monoterpene with cholesterol-lowering potential

The strongest area of research for Chios Mastiha is digestive health. Studies have shown that it can help relieve symptoms related to gastritis, indigestion, stomach discomfort, and functional dyspepsia. However, Chios Mastiha was also shown to support various aspects of human health such as heart protection, antioxidant defence and even metabolic health like cholesterol, glucose and liver function.

1. Helicobacter pylori Eradication²

What makes this resin especially unique is its natural ability to fight Helicobacter pylori – a bacterium that is strongly linked to peptic ulcers. Numerous studies showed that Chios Mastiha can help reduce H. pylori load without causing side effects, making it a promising natural support for those looking for a gentler approach to stomach protection.

2. Easing Dyspepsia/ Bloated Stomach³

Chios Mastiha has also been clinically shown to significantly improve functional dyspepsia symptoms such as bloated stomach, stomach pain, upper abdominal discomfort and heartburn, with 77% of patients experiencing notable improvement compared to placebo within just 3 weeks.

3. Duodenal Ulcer and IBD^4,5

Clinical research also revealed that 70% of subjects taking Chios Mastiha achieved endoscopic healing of duodenal ulcers without reported side effects. Additionally, subjects supplementing with Chios Mastiha was shown to have reduced IBDQ scores and lower lysozyme activity, indicating reduced inflammatory activity in IBD.

 4. Cholesterol & Blood Glucose Metabolism^6,7

Chios Mastiha components such as essential oil can helps lower total cholesterol, reduce LDL cholesterol and blood triglycerides. Besides, chios mastiha was also found to modulate PPAR-γ that benefits glucose metabolism and improves insulin sensitivity in human subjects.

Final Thought

Chios Mastiha is one of the rare traditional ingredients that has passed from ancient natural therapy into modern clinical science – and the research continues to grow every year.

With benefits for digestion, H. pylori eradication, blood glucose and cholesterol metabolism, it is becoming a highly valuable ingredient in the natural health industry today.

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Founded in 1983, The Chios Mastiha Growers Association serve as a Greek agricultural cooperative that managers the cultivation, production and sales of Chios Mastiha, a unique resin derived from mastic trees.