Have You Heard About 'Yemeni Gum'?
Effective in alleviating toothaches and gum issues, proven excellent for skin conditions, and recently integrated into women's health treatments. Its name, 'Yemeni Gum,' reflects its most effective consumption method—chewing.
The Yemeni gum (scientifically known as 'mastic') is a resin derived from a bush called 'Mastic Tree.' The plant is a beneficial remedy for various medical issues, from extracting venom after a snake bite to curing toothaches and even preventing and treating eczema and skin problems. Its name 'Yemeni Gum' comes from its effective and beneficial consumption method—chewing—which slightly resembles the action of chewing khat. However, nowadays, it is infrequently used this way as it has been domesticated and sold in regular capsule form.
Resin grains after they solidify (Screenshot from Wikipedia)So what are the benefits and properties of Yemeni gum? Here is a partial list:
1. Effective in assisting with the treatment and prevention of toothaches, cavities, and gum diseases.
2. Excellent for treating eczema and skin problems (when used in ointment form).
3. Assists in treating stomach pains and regulating the menstrual cycle.
4. Prevents bad breath.
Resin from which Yemeni gum is extracted (Photo: Shutterstock)5. Assists in treating heartburn and peptic ulcers.
6. Assists in treating flu and colds.
7. Contributes to balancing the hormonal system and regulates female reproductive functions.
8. Helps reduce blood pressure.
9. Regulates the body's metabolism activity.
10. Helps balance blood lipid levels.
11. Encourages cell and tissue regeneration in the body.
12. Effective in extracting venom from the body after a snake bite.
