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

 

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.