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Digestive

Mild gastritis

4 plants

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This is not a substitute for PPI/H. pylori therapy. Marshmallow, DGL licorice, chamomile. Alcohol and NSAIDs are the actual intervention.

Primary plants

  1. Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)
    1
    MarshmallowStrong traditional

    Althaea officinalis

    Mucilage for irritated gastric lining.

    Typical. Root cold maceration 2–5 g.

    Safety. Drug binding.

  2. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
    2
    LicoriceStrong traditional

    Glycyrrhiza glabra

    DGL only. Whole root is a BP/K+ problem.

    Typical. DGL chewable before meals.

    Safety. Confirm DGL. Whole root: HTN, pregnancy.

Supportive plants2
  • German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
    German chamomileStrong traditional
    Matricaria chamomilla

    Traditional anti-inflammatory tea for the upper GI.

    Typical. Flower tea.

    Safety. Asteraceae.

  • Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra)
    Slippery elmStrong traditional
    Ulmus rubra

    Demulcent slurry.

    Typical. Inner bark in water.

    Safety. Drug binding.

When this is not enough

  • Melena, hematemesis, anemia, persistent epigastric pain, NSAID ulcer risk

Rooted is a private clinical reference for licensed practitioners. It is educational, not a treatment protocol, and not a substitute for the chart, the exam, or pharmacy review. Plant medicines interact with drugs and can harm liver, kidney, heart, pregnancy, and children.

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