GI Care (Gastritis)

• Peptic ulcer disease (gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer)
• Gastritis
• Acid reflux with heartburn, foul breath, bitter taste in the mouth, indigestion
• Generalized gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, belching, bloating, epigastric fullness, and food sensitivities.

• Antiulcer effect to decrease production and release of gastric acid
• Antacid effect to neutralize gastric acid
• Antibiotic effect against Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
• Analgesic effect to relieve pain
• Gastroprotective effect to restore normal digestion and gastrointestinal functions

• GI Care should not be used to treat patients with atrophic gastritis with decreased or lack of secretion of stomach acid. GI Care contains herbs that neutralize and stop the secretion of stomach acid and may worsen the condition.
• Patients with cholecystitis and cholelithiasis are often misdiagnosed as having gastrointestinal problems. Correct diagnosis is critical in the overall success of the treatment.
• Allergy warning: Shen Qu (Massa Fermentata) used in this product contains wheat. Persons with allergy to wheat should not take this product.

• Drinking a large amount of water often helps when the first sign of heartburn appears.
• Plan regular meals and chew slowly and thoroughly.
• Increase intake of nourishing, cooling foods/roots such as Mexican yam, yam, radishes, potatoes, carrots, melons, cucumbers, beets, turnips, malanga, celeriac, taro, and rutabaga.
• Increase the intake of papayas and pineapples as they contain bromelain, a digestive enzyme that helps with indigestion. Acidophilus is also helpful for digestion. Avoid lentils, peanuts and soybeans because they contain enzyme inhibitors.
• Avoid spicy/pungent/aromatic vegetables such as pepper, garlic, onions, basil, rosemary, cumin, funnel, anise, leeks, chives, scallions, thyme, saffron, wormwood, mustard, chili pepper, and wasabi.
• Avoid fried, spicy or greasy foods, refined sugar, tea, coffee, caffeine, salt, chocolate, strong spices, and carbonated drinks. Stay away from sour and acidic food and fruits.
• Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine-containing beverages whenever possible. Alcohol and caffeine increase stomach acid and interfere with ulcer treatment.
• Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine-containing beverages whenever possible. Alcohol and caffeine increase stomach acid and interfere with ulcer treatment.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol completely. Stop smoking cigarettes and avoid exposure to second-hand smoke whenever possible.
• Avoid stress as it may trigger stomach discomfort. Do not eat when angry, overly tired or stressed, and always chew food thoroughly.
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin, Motrin (ibuprofen) or Naprosyn (naproxen), should not be ingested as they are very damaging to the stomach.
• Use of antacids may suppress the symptoms of ulcer, but do not treat the cause. Do not rely on or use antacids excessively.
• Infection in the oral region, emotional disturbance, and diet may trigger gastritis and should be controlled.
• Keep the digestive tract warm at all times. Whenever possible, place a hot compress or a hot water bottle on the stomach.

Take 4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach one to two hours before meals. For maximum effect, advise the patient to lie down for 10 minutes following ingestion of GI Care.

• Bai Hua She She Cao (Herba Hedyotis
• Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba
• Radix Bupleuri
• Radix Sanguisorbae
• Endoconcha Sepiae
• Rhizoma Coptidis
• Radix Astragali
• Radix Scutellariae
• Herba Taraxaci
• Fructus Amomi
• Massa Fermentata
• Galla Chinensis
• Fructus Evodiae
• Rhizoma Cyperi
• Rhizoma Corydalis
• Bulbus Fritillariae Thunbergii