Product Description
GastroMend-HP
Nutrition for Gastric Health Support and Protection
With Zinc Carnosine, Mastic Gum, DGL and more
Does Not Suppress Stomach Acid Production or Interfere with Normal Digestive Process
Specific Antimicrobial and Gastric Mucosal Healing Properties
Gastro-supportive and Gastric-comfort Nutrients
GastroMend-HP™ is a blend of botanical extracts and nutrient complexes which support a healthy digestive system and maintain a healthy gastric mucosa. This formula may be helpful for occasional heartburn, bloating, abdominal pain or upset stomach.
The stomach lining contains a thick layer of mucus that protects it from the harsh acidity of the gastric juices. These gastric juices are essential for digesting proteins and killing unwanted organisms that may enter the digestive tract, however they can also damage the stomach lining if the mucosal layer is compromised.
It’s important to support the natural protective mechanisms in the GI tract without suppressing stomach acid production or neutralizing it, or otherwise interfering in the normal digestive process.
Ingredient Highlights
Mastic Gum is a resinous substance from a tree originally native to Greece. It has a long history of use in the Mediterranean and Middle East where it has been chewed like gum for helping to relieve stomach pain. It also helps the body fight against unwanted organisms. Hippocrates even wrote that the mastic is good for prevention of digestive problems and colds.
According to the Natural Medicines Database, “Clinical research suggests that taking mastic gum 350 mg orally three times daily for 3 weeks improves symptoms, including general stomach pain, stomach pain when anxious, heartburn, and upper abdominal pain, in a greater percentage of patients with functional dyspepsia compared with placebo.” Mastic gum has also been found to be helpful with symptoms and healing of gastric ulcers.
Methylmethionine Sulfonium is a derivative of the amino acid, methionine, which is found abundantly in raw cabbage. The use of raw cabbage juice has been studied extensively, particularly in Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union, for its ability to help support the health of the mucosa throughout the gastrointestinal tract.
Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice (DGL) is a well-researched botanical for supporting the repair, healing, and maintenance of a healthy mucosal lining throughout the GI tract. It also possesses a rich supply of antioxidants which help to fight against unwanted organisms while preserving the helpful organisms in the GI tract (specific antimicrobial).
Zinc Carnosine – clinical studies have demonstrated that zinc carnosine can help maintain a healthy gastric microbial balance and offers protection for the mucosal lining. It promotes normal mucous secretion, combats free radicals, helps maintain integrity of the stomach lining and supports tissue repair of mucosal damage in the GI tract. All in all, zinc carnosine supports gastric comfort and can be helpful for occasional heartburn, nausea, bloating and upset stomach. More information on zinc carnosine as a stand alone supplement.
Vitamin C is known for its powerful health-supportive properties and its ability to aid the body in protecting against unwanted organisms.
Healthy Mucosal Lining is Foundational
GastroMend-HP is designed to help support the integrity of the lining of the GI tract and provide gastric comfort.
The stomach’s protective mucin barrier must be intact in order to protect the stomach. The epithelial cells lining the GI tract have a very rapid turnover rate and require a continuous supply of nutrients for regeneration.
GastroMend-HP is from Designs for Health.
