{"product_id":"gi-care-stomach-comfort-formula-tcm","title":"GI Care™","description":"\u003ch1\u003eGI Care™\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align:center; font-size:0.85em; border-top:1px solid #ccc; border-bottom:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 0; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom Finder\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tcm-herb-reference\"\u003eHerb Reference\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/drug-herb-alternative-reference\"\u003eDrug–Herb\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGI Care\u003c\/b\u003e is a traditional Chinese herbal formula traditionally used to help support stomach comfort during occasional heartburn, acid reflux, and general digestive discomfort. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is traditionally associated with a pattern of Stomach heat and Liver qi stagnation. This traditional framework is not a medical diagnosis, and any diagnosed ulcer, gastritis, or H. pylori infection must be evaluated and managed by a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a complement to, not a substitute for, medical care, and should never be used in place of a prescribed treatment without your doctor's guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Important:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not use if you have atrophic gastritis with decreased or absent stomach acid, as this formula may worsen that condition; atrophic gastritis must be properly diagnosed and monitored by a physician, as it carries its own long-term health risks if left untreated. Contains Shen Qu, which is derived from wheat — avoid if you have a wheat allergy. Gallbladder conditions can sometimes present with similar symptoms, so an accurate diagnosis from a healthcare provider is important. If you take NSAIDs regularly, ask your doctor about routine screening, since ulcers can sometimes develop without symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eClinical Applications \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eGI Care is traditionally used to help support:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStomach comfort during occasional heartburn and acid reflux\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGeneral digestive comfort, including occasional nausea, bloating, and belching\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHealthy Stomach and Liver qi balance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverall digestive wellness alongside professional care for any diagnosed condition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeople experiencing occasional heartburn, acid reflux, or stomach discomfort traditionally turn to formulas like this one to help support digestive comfort, always alongside proper medical diagnosis and care for any underlying condition.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Herbs (TCM Data)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHuang Lian\u003c\/b\u003e (Coptis) and \u003cb\u003eWu Zhu Yu\u003c\/b\u003e (Evodia): traditionally used together to help support a healthy stomach lining and ease stomach discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHai Piao Xiao\u003c\/b\u003e (Cuttlefish Bone): naturally rich in calcium carbonate, traditionally used to help neutralize excess stomach acid and ease heartburn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eYan Hu Suo\u003c\/b\u003e (Corydalis): traditionally used to help ease stomach discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHuang Qin\u003c\/b\u003e (Scutellaria), \u003cb\u003eBai Hua She She Cao\u003c\/b\u003e (Hedyotis), and \u003cb\u003ePu Gong Ying\u003c\/b\u003e (Dandelion): traditionally used to clear heat and support a healthy digestive environment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShen Qu\u003c\/b\u003e (Medicated Leaven): traditionally used to support digestion of starches; contains wheat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eWu Bei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Chinese Gall) and \u003cb\u003eDi Yu\u003c\/b\u003e: traditionally used as astringent herbs to help support a healthy stomach lining.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHuang Qi\u003c\/b\u003e (Astragalus) and \u003cb\u003eSha Ren\u003c\/b\u003e (Cardamom): traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen and support healthy digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eBai Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (White Peony Root) and \u003cb\u003eZhe Bei Mu\u003c\/b\u003e (Fritillaria): traditionally used to help ease heartburn and support stomach comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChai Hu\u003c\/b\u003e (Bupleurum) and \u003cb\u003eXiang Fu\u003c\/b\u003e (Cyperus): traditionally used to support healthy Liver qi movement and ease abdominal discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Contraindications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo not use if you have atrophic gastritis with decreased or absent stomach acid, as this formula may worsen that condition; this should be properly diagnosed and monitored by a physician.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains wheat (Shen Qu) — avoid if you have a wheat allergy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGallbladder conditions can present with similar symptoms; an accurate diagnosis from a healthcare provider is important before starting any formula.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf you take NSAIDs regularly, ask your doctor about routine screening, since ulcers can sometimes develop without symptoms.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAny diagnosed ulcer, gastritis, or H. pylori infection must be evaluated and managed by a healthcare professional; this formula is a complement to, not a substitute for, medical care, and should never replace a prescribed treatment without your doctor's guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach, 1–2 hours before meals. Lying down for about 10 minutes after taking is traditionally recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e For stress-related stomach discomfort, this formula is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/calm-stress-anxiety-irritability-pms-liver-qi-tcm\"\u003eCalm\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/calm-es-extra-strength-stress-anxiety-restlessness-tcm\"\u003eCalm (ES)\u003c\/a\u003e. For general fatigue and weakness, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/imperial-tonic-vitality-recovery-formula-tcm\"\u003eImperial Tonic\u003c\/a\u003e. For constipation, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gentle-lax-deficient-gentle-regularity-tcm\"\u003eGentle Lax (Deficient)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gentle-lax-excess-fast-relief-tcm\"\u003eGentle Lax (Excess)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHolistic Nutrition \u0026amp; Lifestyle\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Drinking water at the first sign of heartburn, eating regular meals, and chewing slowly are traditionally recommended. Cooling, nourishing foods like yam, radishes, and cucumbers are traditionally encouraged, while spicy, greasy, fried, and highly acidic foods, along with alcohol and caffeine, are traditionally discouraged, as they may increase stomach acid and irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoiding alcohol, smoking, and eating while stressed or upset is traditionally recommended. A warm compress on the stomach is traditionally used for comfort. Managing stress and avoiding excessive reliance on antacids without addressing underlying triggers is also traditionally encouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCase Studies\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe following reflect individual practitioner experiences and traditional use; results vary and are not guarantees of outcome for any individual. Any change to a prescribed medication should only be made in consultation with your doctor.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A 54-year-old woman experienced belching, acid regurgitation, and a nighttime cough, consistent with a Liver qi stagnation pattern with Stomach heat. She added GI Care to her routine alongside her doctor's care and reported improved comfort and better sleep within two weeks.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A 62-year-old woman with a long history of heartburn, consistent with a Liver qi stagnation and Stomach fire pattern, added GI Care to her routine alongside dietary changes and reported her heartburn was noticeably less frequent.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A 45-year-old woman noticed her stomach sensitivity worsened with stress, consistent with a Liver qi stagnation pattern with heat. She added GI Care to her routine and described it as a gentle, ongoing part of her wellness routine.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e  \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gi-care-ii-digestive-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eGI Care II\u003c\/a\u003e – for sudden intestinal distress, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gi-care-uc-intestinal-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eGI Care (UC)\u003c\/a\u003e – for advanced bowel lining support, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/digestive-health-gi-support\"\u003eDigestive \u0026amp; GI Health Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for related formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot sure if this is the right formula for you? Start with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e, browse by symptom with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom \u0026amp; Formula Finder\u003c\/a\u003e, or use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test \u0026amp; Formula Reference\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53404911796335,"sku":null,"price":28.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/GIcare.jpg?v=1782427654","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/gi-care-stomach-comfort-formula-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}