Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice
The most popular use of licorice in the United States is in the deglycyrrhizinated form providing support for those with peptic ulcers. Recent research has discovered that Glycyrrhiza glabra contains antimicrobial flavonoids.
Bentonite
Mastic Gum (Pistacia lentiscus) is a natural resin extracted from the mastic tree. It contains anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties, making it useful for treating digestive problems such as peptic ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome. It may also help to reduce cholesterol levels, improve oral health, and boost the immune system.
Slippery Elm Bark
Slippery Elm may be useful in support of gastritis and gastric or duodenal ulcers.
Myrrh Resin
Myrrh is a highly valued botanical medicine in the Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda. A wide variety of Ayurvedic formulas contains Myrrh which may have a positive effect on inflammation.
Bismuth
Bismuth is a naturally occurring mineral that may exert activity against H. pylori. It may be possible that while some antibiotics could in time become less effective against H. pylori. It is very unlikely that H. pylori will develop resistance to bismuth.
Clove Flower and Bud Clove
contains volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins, and triterpenes. Clove has antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties.
Berberine
Berberine is isolated as the main alkaloid from the roots and bark of Berberis vulgaris. It is believed that it may inhibit the multiplication of bacteria, fungi, and viruses and there are those who believe that berberine’s most celebrated effect is its antibiotic properties. Berberine may exhibit antibiotic activity against bacteria, protozoa, and fungi.
Barberry Bark
Barberry Bark Barberry is native to most of Europe. Barberry contains several aIkaIoids (berberine, berberubine, berbanine) and others in its roots. It also contains chelidonic, citric, malic and tartaric acids. Barberry may possess anti-inflammatory properties.
Oregon Grape Root
Oregon Grape Root Oregon grape’s historical use is similar to that of Hydrastis. The medicinal value is thought to be due to the high content of isoquinolines alkaloids, especially berberine, which may have antibiotic activity.
Indigo
Indigo is a herbaceous perennial which takes its name from the Greek word Bapto which means to die. It is used as an astringent and as an antiseptic.
Other Ingredients
Capsule shell (gelatin and water) and magnesium stearate (vegetable source)
