Our methodology &
ingredients we use
How it works
A simple, patient-first process designed to support long-term gut comfort.
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FDA medications
We use trusted FDA-approved medicines such as omeprazole, famotidine, loperamide, and ondansetron. Each is prescribed only when appropriate, with dosing tailored by a physician to your needs.
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Ginger root extract
A time-honored herbal ingredient, ginger is included for its ability to support motility, ease queasiness, and promote smoother digestion. It works alongside FDA medications to provide balanced digestive support.
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Mastic gum
A natural resin long used in Mediterranean traditions, mastic gum may help protect the stomach lining and support overall gut comfort. In select formulations, it offers a non-prescription option for those seeking natural digestive support.
Our methodology: science meets nature
We merge FDA-approved medications with clinically studied natural agents like ginger and mastic gum. This creates a more well-rounded approach to maintaining everyday gut comfort.
Every treatment is designed and overseen by board-certified physicians who understand the realities of living with GI disorders. This brings both expertise and empathy to your care.
From calcium carbonate to ginger root extract, we use ingredients backed by science and trusted for generations, so you can feel confident about what goes into every capsule.
Exceptional
ingredients
Ginger is more than a common supplement—it’s a time-honored natural ingredient with growing clinical interest. Studies suggest ginger’s active compounds may influence pathways in the gut that affect comfort and motility, though more research is needed.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Ginger has also been studied for its potential role in supporting normal digestive function and easing everyday gut discomfort, making it a thoughtful complement to reflux medications in a holistic approach to digestive wellness.
Traditional Use: Ginger has been used for centuries in many cultures as a traditional ingredient to support digestive comfort and overall wellness.
Supports Everyday Digestion: Historically, ginger root has been valued for supporting a comfortable post-meal experience.
Modern Research: Studies have explored ginger’s active compounds, such as gingerols and shogaols, for their potential role in digestive wellness.
General Wellness: Research suggests ginger may help support healthy digestion, promote normal gut motility, and support comfort related to occasional digestive changes.
Ginger is included across our GINGER+ formulations and may be compounded with FDA-approved medications such as omeprazole, famotidine, or ondansetron when clinically appropriate. For prescription options, a licensed clinician reviews your history through a telehealth visit and determines an individualized plan. Ginger is also available in GINGER+ MASTIC, our non-prescription supplement designed to support everyday digestive comfort and wellness.
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid by lowering acid production at the source. Clinicians may prescribe it for acid-related symptoms and conditions when appropriate, based on a patient’s history and goals of care. In some cases, providers may also discuss supportive options—such as diet changes or natural ingredients like ginger—to help maintain everyday digestive comfort.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Omeprazole and other PPIs are commonly used and often well tolerated when taken under medical guidance. Some research suggests that long-term, continuous use may be associated with nutrient changes (including magnesium, vitamin B12, and calcium) in certain individuals, which is why dose and duration should be individualized.
For people with frequent or persistent reflux symptoms, repeated acid exposure can irritate the esophagus over time. In these cases, a licensed clinician may recommend ongoing acid-reducing therapy with PPIs like omeprazole to help manage symptoms and reduce ongoing esophageal irritation.
*Reduces stomach acid production at the source
*Commonly used under medical guidance for persistent reflux symptoms
*May help reduce ongoing irritation of the esophagus over time
*May be paired with supportive wellness strategies, including dietary changes and ingredients like ginger
Omeprazole is commonly taken once daily in the morning, about 30–60 minutes before your first meal. Because it can take a few days of consistent use to reach its full effect, taking it regularly matters. Depending on your clinician’s plan, it may be used daily, every other day, or for a defined period of time to manage symptoms and reduce the chance of symptoms returning after stopping. Always follow your prescriber’s guidance for a plan tailored to you.
Famotidine is a trusted H2 blocker widely used to reduce excess stomach acid and provide rapid support from reflux, indigestion, and gastritis. Unlike PPIs, famotidine starts working in as little as 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for patients who need faster symptom control. When combined with natural agents like ginger, it can reflect a more holistic, well-rounded approach to maintaining everyday gut comfort.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Compared with some longer-acting acid-reducing options, it can begin working relatively quickly for many people, which is why some clinicians recommend it for convenient, as-needed support around meals or travel.
For individuals with frequent reflux symptoms, keeping stomach acid under control may help reduce ongoing irritation of the esophagus over time. The best use and duration should be guided by a licensed clinician based on your personal history and needs.
*Reduces stomach acid production to support digestive comfort
*Commonly used for occasional heartburn or indigestion under clinician guidance
*Often chosen for convenient, as-needed support around meals, travel, or trigger foods
*Widely used and generally well tolerated when used as directed
*May be considered during pregnancy in certain cases, but only with guidance from a licensed clinician
Famotidine may be used as needed or on a scheduled basis, depending on your clinician’s plan. Some people take it 30–60 minutes before meals or situations where they want additional digestive support, while others use it daily or every other day for ongoing support when recommended by a clinician.
Because it can begin working relatively quickly for many individuals, famotidine is often used as a flexible option for both routine and situational support. Always follow your prescriber’s guidance for personalized dosing.
Ondansetron is a widely prescribed medication used under medical supervision to help manage nausea and vomiting in a variety of clinical settings, including after surgery. Clinicians may also prescribe it in other situations when appropriate, such as medication-related nausea or pregnancy-related nausea, based on an individual’s history and risk factors. It works by blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors involved in nausea signaling in the gut and brain.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
In real-world practice, clinicians may also prescribe ondansetron for other types of nausea when medically appropriate. This is known as “off-label” use.
For example, some OB/GYN clinicians may consider ondansetron for pregnancy-related nausea in select situations based on an individual’s history and risk factors. Because off-label use should be personalized, the decision about whether it’s appropriate is best made after a discussion with a licensed clinician.
*Prescription nausea support, guided by a clinician
*Flexible use when appropriate
*Helps you keep food and fluids down
*Can be combined with Ginger for holistic digestive comfort
Ondansetron may be used as needed for nausea or prescribed on a scheduled basis in certain situations, depending on clinician guidance. While it is FDA-approved for specific indications, clinicians may also prescribe it for other types of nausea when medically appropriate, based on an individual’s history and risk factors.
Your prescriber will determine the right dosing plan for you, which may range from occasional use (such as for travel- or medication-related nausea) to more structured use when clinically indicated.
Mastic gum is a rare resin best known for being harvested on the island of Chios, Greece, making it one of the world’s most distinctive natural ingredients. Valued for centuries in traditional wellness practices, it has been used to support everyday digestive comfort and overall balance. Modern studies continue to explore its potential role in maintaining gut wellness and supporting microbial balance, though more research is needed. As a natural supplement ingredient, mastic gum offers a holistic option for those seeking general digestive support and ongoing wellness.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Many people choose to take mastic gum consistently as part of an ongoing digestive wellness routine. Because individual responses vary, some prefer a steady daily approach rather than occasional use. If you’d like a structured routine, our site outlines optional 12-day or 24-day use plans. Always follow the product directions and use as directed.
*Supports stomach comfort and a balanced digestive environment
*Traditionally used to support overall gut wellness
*Promotes everyday digestive comfort
*Fits well into consistent digestive wellness routines
Mastic gum is available as part of our GINGER+ MASTIC dietary supplement. Suggested use options include:
12–24 Day Routine: Take 2 capsules in the morning and 2 capsules in the evening for consistent short-term support (12–24 days).
As-Needed Support: Take 2-3 capsules after meals as needed for digestive comfort. Do not exceed 5 capsules per day.
GINGER+ MASTIC is a non-prescription dietary supplement and can be purchased directly.
Calcium carbonate is a naturally occurring mineral that has been widely used in wellness products for decades. Studies suggest it may play a role in supporting normal acid balance in the stomach and promoting overall digestive comfort. While its effects are generally short-acting, calcium carbonate remains a valuable ingredient for those seeking a simple, well-known option to include as part of their digestive support routine.
*This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Calcium carbonate is a common active ingredient found in over-the-counter antacids like TUMS and works by neutralizing excess stomach acid. It’s widely used for occasional digestive discomfort and can be taken as needed for short-term stomach comfort support.
*Supports stomach comfort for occasional heartburn or indigestion
*Helps buffer excess stomach acid
*Commonly used for short-term, as-needed support when used as directed
Calcium carbonate is an FDA-approved OTC antacid active ingredient commonly used to support digestive comfort. It’s typically taken as needed and is often used for occasional, convenient short-term support.
Your gut health journey starts here
Take the first step toward a provider-guided approach to digestive care. Our doctor-formulated options combine FDA-approved prescription medications with supportive natural ingredients to help support digestive balance as part of individualized care.
Innovative & exclusive products
Our compounded formulations bring together FDA-approved prescription medications and supportive natural ingredients, such as ginger and mastic gum, into a single capsule. By combining multiple components into one formulation, this approach is designed to simplify care through a provider-guided, individualized treatment plan.
*Disclaimer: The prescription medicines offered by The Gastronomy Project are compounded by a US based, licensed 503A pharmacy, and prescribed by licensed physicians following a Telehealth consultation. Compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness.
Loved by patients, formulated by doctors
Each treatment is uniquely created by licensed physicians, blending FDA-approved medications with holistic ingredients in a single capsule designed to fit your needs.
We bring together the best of both worlds: proven medical therapies and natural agents like ginger and mastic gum. This reflects a more holistic, well-rounded approach to maintaining everyday gut health.
Founded by an ER physician who personally understands GI struggles, our solutions combine medical expertise with genuine empathy for what patients go through every day.
Methodology FAQs
Compounding is the process of combining multiple ingredients into one capsule, tailored to the patient’s specific needs. Compounded medicines require a prescription and are prepared under physician supervision. Our formulas pair FDA-approved medications with natural agents like ginger and mastic gum to offer a convenient, well-balanced approach to digestive support.
Traditional prescriptions typically rely on a single medication. Our methodology blends prescription drugs with holistic ingredients to reflect a more holistic, well-rounded approach to maintaining everyday gut health.
Although all of our treatments are prepared by licensed U.S. pharmacies and prescribed by licensed physicians, it is important to note that compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness.
Ingredients like ginger and mastic gum are often used to support digestive comfort and help maintain a balanced gut environment. When included alongside FDA-approved medications (when clinically appropriate), they can be part of a more holistic, well-rounded approach to everyday gut support.
Not necessarily. With support from holistic ingredients and doctor guidance, the goal is to find the lowest-intensity plan that’s appropriate for you.
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