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Advanced Digestive Enzymes (formerly Bio-Gest) (Thorne)
$51.00
Thorne’s Advanced Digestive Enzymes is a comprehensive blend of digestive enzymes that support good digestion.* A digestive enzyme supplement can be beneficial in circumstances when less than optimal amounts of digestive enzymes are being produced in the body – like during the natural aging process or after gallbladder removal.*
When to supplement with Thorne’s Advanced Digestive Enzymes:
-After consuming a meal heavy in fat or red meat
-For the occasional overindulge
-When eating foods that commonly cause gas and bloating
-When less than optimal amounts of digestive enzymes are being produced in the body – like during the natural aging process or after gallbladder removal
Benefits of Thorne’s Advanced Digestive Enzymes:
-Provides support for occasional indigestion*
-Minimizes gas and bloating*
-Helps maintain bowel regularity*
-Provides benefits after overuse of antacids*
-Supports individuals who have food sensitivities*
-Provides support after gallbladder removal*
-Optimizes the absorption of essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients*
-HCl promotes the body’s absorption of multiple nutrients, including folate, vitamin B12, vitamin C, beta-carotene, iron, and various forms of calcium, magnesium, and zinc*
-Pancreatic enzymes and ox bile promote the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, and K, CoQ10, and omega-3 fatty acids*
Key features of Thorne’s Advanced Digestive Enzymes:
-Contains undiluted pepsin and pancreatin
-Does not contain lactose, which is often used to dilute pepsin and pancreatin
-Contains ox bile
Suggested Use:
Take 1-2 capsules with each meal or as recommended by your health professional.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Amount Per Serving
Betaine Hydrochloride ... 480mg
L-Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride ... 480mg
Pancreatin ... 140mg
(Porcine)
Ox Bile concentrate ... 80mg
Pepsin ... 70mg
(Porcine)
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose), Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
Gluten Free
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY
If pregnant, consult your health professional before using this product.
INTERACTIONS
Bio-Gest should not be used concurrent with H2-blocking drugs and proton pump inhibitors because these drugs are intended to block the production of stomach HCl
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
Bio-Gest is contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcers. It is not recommended to remove the Bio-Gest powder from the capsule to take orally, as it can be irritating to the oral mucosa.