Mastic gum is a licorice-flavored resin extracted from the bark of the Pistacia lentiscus tree native to the Mediterranean region. Traditionally chewed as a breath freshener and digestive aid ...

THERE AREN’T MANY natural remedies that boast as many benefits as mastic gum. It’s said to support dental, heart, and ...

Gum chewing independently arose across different cultures and regions at different times, says Jennifer Mathews, an ...

The plant extract - known as mastic gum - represents an important natural weapon in the fight against H. pylori and ulcer disease. The lining of the gut is shielded from potentially damaging ...

Mahlab is a spice made from ground cherry stones and, along with piney gum mastic, gives this Greek Easter bread its distinctive flavour. Hardboiled eggs dyed red and pressed into the bread give ...