Ancient greek gum drink tested for stomach relief

NCT ID NCT06909890

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a drink made from Chios mastic, a natural resin, to see if it can reduce indigestion symptoms. Sixty adults with dyspepsia will drink either the mastic beverage or a placebo daily for three months. Researchers will measure changes in symptom severity and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Chios mastic aqueous extract (mastic water) in a sparkling beverage

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a natural, side-effect-free drink to help manage indigestion symptoms.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be no better than placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dyspepsia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, School of Health Sciences and Education, Harokopio University of Athens

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    Kallithea, Attica, 17676, Greece

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