Stomach Support
€ 54,95
NGD Care Stomach Support is a complementary feed for dogs and cats with DGL licorice extract, zinc carnosine, slippery elm, aloe vera, and ginger. Stomach Support is formulated for the stomach and normal stomach function.
- Contains DGL licorice, zinc carnosine, slippery elm, aloe vera, and ginger.
- Contains no substances that inhibit stomach acid production; natural digestion remains intact
- Give at least 2 hours apart from medication.
- You can also open the capsule and mix it with food.
Description
QUICK SUMMARY
Stomach Support is a complementary feed for dogs and cats with DGL licorice extract, zinc carnosine, slippery elm, aloe vera, and ginger. Stomach Support is formulated for the stomach and normal stomach function.
What’s in this supplement?
Each capsule contains 135 mg DGL licorice extract, 90 mg slippery elm extract, 70 mg zinc carnosine, 70 mg aloe vera inner leaf extract, and 35 mg ginger extract.
What does Stomach Support do?
Stomach Support is formulated for the stomach and normal stomach function. It contains plant substances that form a soft gel with water, and it contains no substances that inhibit stomach acid production.
The biochemistry per ingredient
The stomach wall
The inside of the stomach is covered with a layer of mucus and bicarbonate. This layer lies between the stomach wall and the stomach acid.
Zinc carnosine
This is zinc attached to carnosine, a small molecule of the amino acids alanine and histidine. Research on the stomach wall describes that this compound can attach to proteins. Zinc is needed for cell division.
DGL licorice
This is licorice from which the substance glycyrrhizin has been largely removed. This substance can affect the salt balance. The flavonoids from the licorice do remain in the extract.
Slippery elm and aloe vera
Slippery elm is the inner bark of the North American red elm. Together with the inner leaf of aloe vera, this bark contains long sugar chains that form a soft gel with water. This gel can delay the absorption of medications, which is why you give them separately.
Ginger
Ginger contains gingerols and shogaols. These are the pungent substances you taste when you eat ginger.
How strong is this evidence? The structure of the stomach wall is well established. Data on the plant extracts and zinc carnosine come mainly from cell and animal trials and human studies. Less research has been conducted in dogs and cats.
Safety
Does your animal vomit repeatedly, do you see blood in the vomit, is it lethargic, or does it have a bloated abdomen? Then go to the vet immediately. This supplement is not intended for this.
Frequently asked questions
Does Stomach Support inhibit stomach acid?
No. Stomach Support contains no substances that inhibit the production of stomach acid.
Can I give Stomach Support together with medication?
Give it at least 2 hours apart and consult your veterinarian first. Never stop or reduce medication yourself.
Why NGD Care Stomach Support?
| Feature | NGD Care |
|---|---|
| Form of administration | A capsule that you can give whole or open and mix with food. |
| Human grade | We use human-grade ingredients. |
| Clean and green label | The capsule is free from synthetic additives. |
| Individual guidance | Would you like personal advice for your animal? This is possible via a consultation with Stefan Veenstra. |
Works well with
Stomach Support is formulated for the stomach and Gut Support for the gut. This way, the two products follow the digestive tract.
Relax Support is formulated for peace and relaxation. Stress and digestion influence each other via the gut-brain axis.
Glutamine is a fuel for the cells of the gastric and intestinal mucosa.
Digestive Blend contains digestive enzymes that support the digestion of food in the stomach and small intestine.
Scientific literature
- Allen A, Flemström G. (2005). Gastroduodenal mucus bicarbonate barrier: protection against acid and pepsin. American Journal of Physiology: Cell Physiology.
- Semwal RB, et al. (2015). Gingerols and shogaols: important nutraceutical principles from ginger. Phytochemistry.
- Hamman JH. (2008). Composition and applications of Aloe vera leaf gel. Molecules.
Want to read more about nutrients and body processes?
In the knowledge base, you’ll find background articles on nutrition and how the body works. Do you have a question about this supplement or would you like personal advice? Please feel free to contact us.
Developed by Stefan Veenstra DVM, integrative veterinarian. Stefan is the founder of NGD Care, NGD Care Academy and Integrative Veterinary Center Natural Healthy Animals. Read more about Stefan →
This information is educational in nature and does not replace a veterinary consultation. In case of severe or persistent complaints, always consult a veterinarian.
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- licorice, zinc, slippery elm, aloe vera, ginger
- Composition per capsule
- 135 mg DGL licorice extract
- 70 mg zinc carnosine
- 90 mg slippery elm extract
- 70 mg aloe vera inner leaf extract
- 35 mg ginger extract
Dosage and use
- Dosage dog and cat
- Starting dose 2x daily, maintenance dose 1x daily 1 capsule per 10 kg.
Body weight Capsules per dose Up to 5 kg ½ capsule 5 to 15 kg 1 capsule 15 to 25 kg 2 capsules 25 to 35 kg 3 capsules 35 to 45 kg 4 capsules
- Starting dose 2x daily, maintenance dose 1x daily 1 capsule per 10 kg.
- Manual
- Administer at least 2 hours apart from other supplements or medication.
- Capsules can be administered opened or whole through food.
- Store in a dry, sealed and room temperature.
- Contraindications
- none
- Side effects
- none
- Interactions
- All oral medication: slippery elm and aloe vera form a gel that can delay absorption. Administer at least 2 hours apart.
- Tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones: zinc can reduce absorption. Administer at least 2 hours apart.
- Sucralfate and antacids (omeprazole, famotidine): can be combined, but administer separately.
Disclaimer
- This product is a dietary supplement and not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle and varied balanced diet.
- The products are not medicines and cannot be used as medicines, but as a dietary supplement. In case of illness or other medical condition, always consult a veterinarian before use.
- Dietary supplements may have interactions and side effects with regular medications.
- Keep out of reach of young children.
- Consult an expert before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, medication use and illness.
