Jarrow Formulas Mastic Gum
Jarrow Formulas Mastic Gum is a food supplement in tablet form made with mastic gum, the natural resin of the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus). The resin is also known as mastiha and has been used in traditional practice for centuries.
Key features
- Natural resin: taken from the mastic tree, Pistacia lentiscus
- Where it grows: the mastic tree is a shrub-like tree found mainly in Greece and Turkey
- What it is: a resinous exudate from the tree that contains essential oils
- Format: tablets, so there is no powder to measure
- Two pack sizes to suit shorter or longer use
As with any botanical product, read the label and follow the serving guidance given by Jarrow Formulas.
Available in 60 tabs and 120 tabs.
Serving information
| Label shown for | 120 tabs (other sizes or versions may differ, so check the pack) |
| Serving size | 2 Capsules |
Amounts per serving
| Ingredient | Recommended daily dose (2 Capsules) |
|---|---|
| Mastic Gum (Pistacia lentiscus) (Resin) | 1000 mg |
Ingredients
Mastic Gum (Pistacia lentiscus) (Resin), Capsule (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, water), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide. No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts. No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts.
Recommended use
Adults take 2 capsules once a day with water or juice before breakfast or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
Suitability / allergen information
- No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts.
- No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts.
- Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans (contains fish, shellfish)
Allergens are shown in bold in the ingredients.
Warnings and storage
Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place.
Country of origin: United States of America. Information taken from the UK product label; always read the label on the pack before use.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.