Digestive Enzymes
How it Works
Digestive enzymes are secreted along the gastrointestinal tract and break down foods, enabling the nutrients to be absorbed into the bloodstream for use in various bodily functions. Enzymes are extremely sensitive to heat and are easily destroyed by cooking in temperatures above 47C (117F). Age and various digestive system problems can reduce the production of digestive enzymes and impair the digestive system’s ability to adequately digest food.
The story behind Digestive Enzymes
Enzymes break down food into smaller compounds that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. This formula includes pepsin, which is used for pre-digesting proteins in the stomach. Betaine HCl helps create an acidic environment to facilitate the activity of pepsin. The enzymes bromelain and papain aid in the digestion of proteins. After food reaches the small intestine, pancreatin, which also supports the pancreas, further digests protein, carbohydrates and fats. Alpha amylase digests starches. Bile salts make fats soluble, preparing them for further digestion by lipase.
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Key Ingredients
Betaine Hydrochloride & Bile Salt
Lipase & Alpha Amylase
Pepsin. Papain & Pancreatin
Other Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients:Each tablet contains betaine hydrochloride 162 mg, alpha-amylase (from Aspergillus flavus var. oryzae) 90 mg (450 FCC DU), bromelain (from pineapple (Ananas comosus var. comosus) fruit) 50 mg (30 MCU), papain (from papaya (Carica papaya) fruit) 45 mg (90,000 FCC), pepsin (Sus scrofa stomach) 60 mg (600,000 FCC), bile salts 40 mg, pancreatic enzymes (Sus scrofa pancreas) 22.5 mg (5,000 USP units amylase; 900 USP units lipase; 5,000 USP units protease) and lipase (Sus scrofa pancreas) 0.5 mg (15 FCC LU).Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Dicalcium phosphate, cellulose, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, carnauba wax, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose and purified water.
Risk Information: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have a cardiovascular disease, diabetes, a kidney disorder, pancreatitis, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, cystic fibrosis, allergies to latex or fruits (such as avocado, banana, chestnut, passion fruit, fig, melon, mango, kiwi, pineapple, peach, and tomato), are having surgery or if you are taking antibiotics or anticoagulant/anti-inflammatory agents. Laxative effect may occur. Do not use if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, have gastric reflux, gastrointestinal lesions/ulcers, liver/gastrointestinal/gallbladder disorders, bowel/bile duct obstruction, gallstones or if you are sensitive to pancreatic enzymes or pork proteins. Allergies, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal/epigastric pain, bloating and/or gastrointestinal irritation such as heartburn have been known to occur, in which case discontinue use. May contain milk.
Risk Information: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have a cardiovascular disease, diabetes, a kidney disorder, pancreatitis, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, cystic fibrosis, allergies to latex or fruits (such as avocado, banana, chestnut, passion fruit, fig, melon, mango, kiwi, pineapple, peach, and tomato), are having surgery or if you are taking antibiotics or anticoagulant/anti-inflammatory agents. Laxative effect may occur. Do not use if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, have gastric reflux, gastrointestinal lesions/ulcers, liver/gastrointestinal/gallbladder disorders, bowel/bile duct obstruction, gallstones or if you are sensitive to pancreatic enzymes or pork proteins. Allergies, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal/epigastric pain, bloating and/or gastrointestinal irritation such as heartburn have been known to occur, in which case discontinue use. May contain milk.
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