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Should i chew mastic gum? i heard it kills alot of bad bacteria such as h pylori among others. any negative effects from mastic gum?
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Mastic gum: Despite being very hyped on the Internet, mastic gum has not shown to be effective at eliminating H pylori, particularly when compared to antibiotic regimens which approach 90% efficacy. If you have indigestion or dyspepsia, it's best to see your doctor to be diagnosed as to the actual cause. Good luck.
Answered 5/12/2015
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