Carlson, Natural Digestive Enzymes, 100 Tablets

What it's for

Digestive support; Nutrient absorption

Who it may fit

Adults who want support digesting protein-, carb-, and fat-rich meals or who prefer digestive help when eating larger or richer foods.

Key actives per serving

• Protease: 30,000 USP units
• Amylase: 30,000 USP units
• Lipase: 2,000 USP units
• Ox Bile: 34 mg
• Calcium (from dicalcium phosphate): 22 mg (2% DV)

How to take

Adults take 1 tablet with meals, one to three times daily; swallow whole and do not chew. Taking with food aligns enzyme activity to the meal and may improve comfort.

Diet / Allergen fit

Gluten Free; No Artificial Preservatives

Protease

Protease breaks peptide bonds in dietary proteins, producing smaller peptides and amino acids for easier absorption in the small intestine.

Caution: If taken without food, it may cause stomach discomfort because proteases act on proteins; take with meals as directed.

Amylase

Amylase breaks down complex carbohydrates like starch into smaller sugars that are more readily absorbed.

Caution: May cause mild gas or bloating as carbohydrates are broken down more rapidly; take with meals to match food intake.

Lipase

Lipase hydrolyzes dietary fats into free fatty acids and glycerol to aid fat digestion and absorption.

Caution: Fat digestion can sometimes cause loose stools if dosing does not match meal fat content; start with the lowest suggested use.

Ox Bile

Bile acids emulsify dietary fats, increasing their surface area for lipase action and facilitating micelle formation for absorption.

Caution: Sourced from bovine bile, which may not fit vegetarian or certain dietary preferences; take with meals containing fat.

Calcium (from dicalcium phosphate)

Calcium serves as a cofactor in numerous enzymatic processes and supports normal muscle and nerve function involved in digestion.

Caution: The amount is small, but those closely tracking total calcium intake may wish to account for it.

How they work together

Protease, amylase, and lipase cover the major macronutrients by breaking down protein, carbohydrates, and fats, respectively. Ox bile adds bile acids that help emulsify fats, allowing lipase to act more effectively and aiding absorption. Calcium contributes trace mineral support that participates in normal digestive processes.

Label Warning: Store away from heat and moisture.

Who should be cautious: People with dairy or beef sensitivities may wish to verify the source of pancreatin and ox bile. Those with gallbladder issues, bile duct obstruction, or pancreatitis should discuss use with a healthcare provider. If you have a history of allergies to enzyme supplements, exercise caution and consider medical advice.

Storage: Store away from heat and moisture.