Advanced Digestive Enzymes (formerly Bio-Gest)

Thorne Advanced Digestive Enzymes (formerly Bio-Gest) 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 Ingredients Two Capsules Contain: Betaine Hydrochloride* 480 mg. L-Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride 480 mg. Pancreatin 140 mg. Ox Bile concentrate 80 mg. Pepsin  70 mg. Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide. *Betaine Hydrochloride derived from a non-plant source. This product is not diluted with lactose. Individuals with porcine allergies should not take this product. Do not take this product out of the capsule. This product is contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcers. Suggested Use Take 1-2 capsules with each meal or as recommended by a health-care practitioner. More Info. The proteolytic enzymes hydrochloric acid (HCl) and pepsin are secreted in the stomach, while pancreatin, composed of amylase, lipase, and protease, is secreted from the pancreas, and bile is secreted from the liver and through the gallbladder. These enzymes are all essential for digestion and absorption of nutrients from the food we eat. By providing all of them, Thorne's Advanced Digestive Enzymes offers a complete solution for digestive support.  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 Advanced Digestive Enzymes 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 Advanced Digestive Enzymes is contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcers. It is not recommended to remove the Advanced Digestive Enzymes powder from the capsule to take orally, as it can be irritating to the oral mucosa.