Protecting the stomach membrane and reducing the discomfort of acid reflux often requires the use of pharmaceutical substances, which are not without side-effects, ranging from simple antacids (chewable carbonate or calcium bicarbonate tablets) to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) which directly tackle acid production by the stomach. Doctors also prescribe H2 antihistamines which, by blocking certain receptors in the stomach, reduce acid secretion and thus reflux. But these common remedies can all cause adverse side-effects, especially that of accelerating the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures.

Consuming plants such as liquorice, marshmallow or elm sometimes helps, with liquorice root extracts normally the most effective.

Gastroesophageal reflux, or acid reflux, is what happens when some of the stomach’s contents, particularly highly-acidic gastric juices, travel back up into the oesophagus. This produces what is known as heartburn (but which is actually oesophagus burn). Repeated acid reflux of this kind can have serious consequences: chronic inflammation can affect the oesophagus wall, which is not equipped to cope with such acidity, leading to serious damage (particularly ulcers).

We recommend taking one vegetarian capsule in the morning and one in the evening, with meals.

As stomach problems can be exacerbated by various factors, we also recommend adopting the following steps throughout the supplementation period:

• try to reduce your alcohol consumption;
• don't smoke;
• maintain a healthy weight;
• avoid spicy food.

You could also try some other related supplements:

• Magnesium Malate, a magnesium supplement which helps prevent oesophagus muscles from contracting abnormally.
• Lactobacillus gasseri, a lactic bacteria supplement with recognised properties.

Finally, the long-term effects of supplementation with zinc L-carnosine are now well established: no side-effects have been reported in pre-clinical and clinal trials (10-11).

This product’s capsules are made of pullulan, a natural polysaccharide obtained by fermenting tapioca or corn. Pullulan contains no animal ingredients and provides an excellent barrier to oxygen, helping to preserve the integrity of the capsule’s ingredients. It is also an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials.

This product’s capsules are made of pullulan, a natural polysaccharide obtained by fermenting tapioca or corn. Pullulan contains no animal ingredients and provides an excellent barrier to oxygen, helping to preserve the integrity of the capsule’s ingredients. It is also an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials.

This product’s capsules are composed of HPMC (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), a plant substance derived from cellulose. HPMC is widely used for medicines and dietary supplements. It contains no animal ingredients, is recognised as safe by health authorities and is considered more sustainable than synthetic alternatives.