Gastritis is the medical term for inflammation of the stomach lining, and it is one of the most common digestive complaints I encounter in practice. It can present in many ways: a burning or gnawing discomfort in the upper abdomen, nausea, a feeling of fullness after only a small amount of food, excessive bloating, or an uncomfortable sensitivity to foods that never caused problems before. In some people it comes and goes in waves linked to stress or dietary choices. In others it becomes a persistent background condition that quietly undermines their relationship with food and their quality of daily life.
The causes are equally varied. Infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria is one of the most common underlying drivers worldwide and is something your GP can test for. Long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or aspirin damages the stomach lining directly. Excess alcohol, chronic stress, smoking, and a diet high in acidic, spicy, or highly processed foods all contribute. Whatever the cause, the result is a stomach lining that is irritated, thinned, and unable to protect itself or digest food comfortably.
This 30-day programme works across three interconnected areas: reducing the inflammation driving the condition, restoring and protecting the mucosal lining of the stomach, and supporting the digestive and microbial environment that the stomach depends on to function well. Please consult your GP before beginning, particularly if you have been diagnosed with gastritis, have symptoms of an ulcer, or are taking medication for a digestive condition. If H. pylori has not been tested for and your gastritis is longstanding, I would encourage you to raise this with your doctor, as it requires specific antibiotic treatment that this programme does not replace.
Reducing Inflammation and Supporting Bile Flow
Coral Artichoke combines artichoke extract with milk thistle, dandelion, and betaine HCl. Artichoke stimulates bile production and flow, which is important for fat digestion and for reducing the tendency toward dyspepsia and upper abdominal heaviness that often accompanies gastritis. Milk thistle provides silymarin, which protects and supports liver cells involved in digestive processing. Dandelion acts as a gentle digestive bitter, supporting the stomach’s own secretory functions. Betaine HCl provides supplementary hydrochloric acid, which is relevant specifically for people with low stomach acid, a form of gastritis sometimes called hypoacid gastritis, where the stomach produces too little acid rather than too much. In this form, food sits undigested, causing bloating, reflux, and discomfort. One capsule twice daily with food. If you have high stomach acid or have been told your gastritis involves excess acid production, please discuss the betaine HCl content with your GP before taking this product, as it may not be appropriate for your particular presentation.
Assimilator provides a comprehensive blend of plant-derived digestive enzymes, including protease, amylase, and lipase, alongside vitamins A and D. In gastritis, the stomach’s digestive capacity is reduced by the inflammation of its lining. Food is incompletely broken down, placing additional strain on the small intestine and contributing to the bloating, discomfort, and nutrient malabsorption that make gastritis so debilitating over time. Assimilator compensates for this reduced digestive capacity, reducing the work the inflamed stomach needs to do and improving the absorption of nutrients that the healing process itself requires. Vitamins A and D specifically support the health and repair of mucosal membranes. One capsule two to three times daily with food.
Protecting and Restoring the Stomach Lining
Coral Licorice Root provides a carefully prepared extract of licorice root alongside ginger. Licorice root has a long history of use in both Eastern and Western herbal medicine for gastric conditions. It stimulates the production of the protective mucus that lines the stomach wall, helps to reduce the inflammation of the mucosal layer, and has antimicrobial properties that may be relevant where bacterial involvement is part of the picture. Ginger supports local circulation in the gastric mucosa, helps to reduce the nausea and spasm that often accompany gastritis, and has its own gentle anti-inflammatory effect on the digestive lining. One capsule twice daily with food.
Ginerra is the most targeted supplement in this programme for gastric mucosal protection, and it is the product I would prioritise alongside Coral-Mine if starting with only two. It is built around Mucosave® FG, a patented and clinically studied ingredient combining extracts of prickly pear cactus stems (opuntia cladodes) and European olive leaves, grown in Sicily. Opuntia polysaccharides form a protective film over the gastric mucosa when they reach the stomach, creating a physical barrier that shields the inflamed lining from further irritation by acid, food, and other irritants. Clinical studies confirm that Mucosave® significantly reduces symptoms of heartburn, nausea, heaviness, and flatulence. Ginerra also contains deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), a processed form of licorice from which the compound that raises blood pressure has been removed, leaving the mucus-stimulating and anti-inflammatory compounds intact and safe for longer-term use. L-glutamine, the third active component, is the primary energy source for the cells of the stomach and intestinal lining and is directly involved in repairing and maintaining the mucosal barrier that keeps the stomach wall intact. One capsule twice daily with or after meals.
Hydration, pH Balance, and Microbiome Support
Coral-Mine normalises the acid-base balance of the internal environment, which is particularly relevant in gastritis associated with excess acid production. Alkalising the body’s internal pH through high-quality mineralised water helps to reduce the acidity burden on the stomach lining and supports the clearance of inflammatory metabolic waste from the tissue. One sachet dissolved in 1.5 litres of clean water, sipped throughout the day between meals. It is worth noting that drinking large amounts of water with meals can dilute digestive juices and worsen some forms of gastritis: sipping between meals rather than during them is the recommended approach.
Super Flora provides lactobacillus and bifidobacterium probiotic strains alongside inulin prebiotic. The relationship between the gastric and intestinal microbiome and gastritis is well established: beneficial bacteria help to maintain the mucosal barrier of the gut, regulate immune responses that drive inflammation, and, in the case of H. pylori-related gastritis, may help to reduce the pathogenic load when used alongside appropriate medical treatment. If you have recently completed antibiotic treatment for H. pylori, restoring the microbiome with Super Flora is particularly important. One capsule once or twice daily, taken before food for best results.
Dietary Recommendations for This Programme
The supplements in this programme work significantly better when supported by appropriate dietary choices. Exclude or greatly reduce: alcohol, coffee, very spicy food, fried food, and highly acidic foods such as citrus juice and vinegar. Eat warm, soft, easily digestible foods: oat porridge, rice, steamed vegetables, lean fish, and light soups are all well tolerated. Eat smaller meals more frequently rather than three large ones, as a fuller stomach produces more acid and places more mechanical pressure on an inflamed lining. Do not eat late in the evening or lie down within two hours of eating.
Manage stress actively, as the gut-brain connection means that psychological stress directly affects gastric acid production, motility, and mucosal integrity. Gastritis that flares consistently in periods of stress is often responding as much to the nervous system as to dietary triggers.
The programme runs for 30 days. After completing it, Ginerra and Super Flora are worth continuing for a further month as a maintenance phase. If symptoms persist after 30 days or worsen at any point, please return to your GP. This programme is supportive nutritional care and is not a diagnostic or treatment tool for any specific gastric condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need all six supplements?
If you are starting with just two, I would choose Ginerra and Coral-Mine. Ginerra’s Mucosave® formula directly protects and repairs the gastric mucosa, which is the central need in gastritis, and Coral-Mine addresses the pH balance that affects acid-related symptoms. Coral Licorice Root is my next recommendation for its mucus-stimulating and anti-inflammatory properties. Assimilator and Super Flora add important digestive and microbiome support. Coral Artichoke is most relevant for low-acid gastritis specifically. I am happy to help you work out the right approach for your particular symptoms.
Why register with Coral Club rather than buying at full price?
Anyone can purchase Coral Club products at full price without registering, so there is no pressure to do so. However, registering as a member through my link gives you a permanent 20% discount on all orders. Registration is completely free, there is no subscription, and the discount never expires. Your first order simply needs to be placed within 30 days of registering to activate membership. You can register here: https://coral.club/7695779.html
How long before I notice any improvement in my symptoms?
Many people notice a reduction in heartburn, upper abdominal discomfort, and nausea within the first ten to fourteen days, particularly once Ginerra and Coral-Mine are in place. The deeper mucosal repair supported by L-glutamine, Coral Licorice Root, and the probiotic restoration of Super Flora takes longer, and most people notice meaningful improvement in their overall digestive comfort by the end of the 30-day course. I would encourage continuing for a further month after the initial course to consolidate the gains.
I have been diagnosed with H. pylori. Can this programme help?
H. pylori requires antibiotic treatment prescribed by a GP, and that medical treatment should always come first. This programme is not a substitute for eradication therapy. However, nutritional support during and after antibiotic treatment is genuinely valuable: probiotics like Super Flora can help maintain gut flora during the antibiotic course and restore it afterwards, Ginerra’s mucosal protection supports healing of the lining damaged by the bacteria, and the anti-inflammatory supplements reduce the residual gastric inflammation. Please discuss timing with your doctor, particularly regarding probiotics alongside antibiotics.
My gastritis causes reflux and heartburn. Are all these supplements safe for me?
Most of the supplements in this programme are well suited to reflux-associated gastritis. Ginerra is particularly helpful, as the Mucosave® barrier effect reduces the impact of acid on the oesophageal and gastric lining. Coral-Mine’s alkalising effect may help to moderate acidity. The one supplement to discuss with your GP if you have significant acid reflux or high-acid gastritis is Coral Artichoke, which contains betaine HCl and is most appropriate for low-acid rather than high-acid presentations. Coral Licorice Root uses DGL licorice, which is safe for most people and does not raise blood pressure.
