Description
Digestive Enzyme Capsules
Digestive Enzyme Complex combines amylase, proteases and lipase with bromelain, papain, betaine hydrochloride and herbs. Enzyme activity values are declared in the composition, helping you compare more than ingredient weights alone.
These digestive enzyme capsules provide a convenient way to include a selected enzyme blend in your daily routine.
Formula highlights
- Amylase, proteases and lipase
- With bromelain and papain
- Herbs including ginger, fennel and peppermint
At a glance
| Pack size | 90 capsules |
|---|---|
| Dietary suitability | Suitable for vegetarians and vegans |
How to use
Take 1 or 2 capsules with each main meal or as advised by a health professional.
If taken alone (i.e. rather than in combination with other digestive supplements), start off on a higher intake of 2 – 3 capsules before breakfast, lunch and the evening meal for 3 – 4 weeks. Thereafter, reduce to 1 – 2 capsules, 2 – 3 times per day or as required.
Warning:
Do not take if peptic ulcers are present.
Ingredients, amounts and allergen information
90 capsules per pot
Each capsule provides:
Turmeric Root* (providing 20mg Curcuminoids) – 421mg
Betaine Hydrochloride (providing 110.58mg of Betaine) – 145mg
Alfalfa – 50mg
Amylase (providing 2250SKB of Amylase) – 45mg
Apple Cider Vinegar – 30mg
Caraway Seed – 20mg
Chamomile Flower – 20mg
Fennel Seed – 20mg
Ginger Root* – 20mg
Peppermint Leaf – 20mg
Protease 4.5 (providing 540HUT) – 10.8mg
Lipase (providing 330 Units) – 6.6mg
Protease (providing 23.9HUT) – 4.78mg
Bromelain (providing 6GDU) – 3mg
Papain (providing 0.3USP Units) – 0.15mg
Protease 3 (providing 48HUT) – 0.03mg
* = Equivalent weight from extract
INGREDIENTS: Betaine Hydrochloride Powder, Capsule Shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Stoneground Brown Rice Flour (Oryza Sativa), Alfalfa Herb Powder (Medicago Sativa), Amylase, Apple Cider Vinegar Powder (Malus Sylvestris), Turmeric Root Extract (Curcuma Longa), Peppermint Leaf Powder (Mentha x Piperita), Chamomile Flower Powder (Matricaria Chamomilla), Fennel Seed Powder (Foeniculum Vulgare), Caraway Seed Powder (Carum Carvi), Protease 4.5 50,000HUT/g, Lipase 50,000 U/g, Protease 5000HUT/g (from vegetable), Bromelain 2000GDU/g, Ginger Root Extract (Zingiber Officinale), Papain 2000 USP-U/mg, Protease 3 1.6 M HUT/g.
Your questions answered
What do the enzyme activity units mean?
They describe enzyme activity using the relevant assay units. Different units are not directly interchangeable. Do not take this product if peptic ulcers are present.
Compare formats and ingredients
Enzymes and live cultures are different ingredient types. If you are comparing formats across the range, Live Culture Powder with FOS is a live culture powder rather than an enzyme capsule.
Before you use this product
Read the label and all product-specific warnings. Do not exceed the recommended intake. Food supplements do not replace a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of children. If you take medication, have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, check suitability with a healthcare professional before use.
