NOW Papaya Enzyme
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| Serving Size: 2 Lozenge(s) | ||
| Servings Per Container: 90 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DV * | |
| Papain (from Papaya) (2000 USP/mg) | 0 | ** |
| Papaya Fruit Powder | 0 | ** |
| Bromelain (from Pineapple) (2400 GDU/g) | 0 | ** |
| Protease (5000 FCC/g) | 0 | ** |
| Lipase (10,000 USP/g) | 0 | ** |
| Cellulase (4,000 FCC/g) | 0 | ** |
| Alpha-Amylase (25,000 USP/g) | 0 | ** |
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* % Daily Value (DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower based on your calorie needs.
† Daily Value (DV) not established. |
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Other Ingredients: Stearic Acid (Vegetable Source), Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source), Silica, Peppermint Leaf Powder, Peppermint Oil, Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (Chlorophyll) |
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Directions: Adults chew or dissolve 2 lozenges in mouth following meals or as needed. For children (over 4), chew or dissolve 1 lozenge in mouth following meals or as needed. |
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Warnings: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle. Natural color variation may occur in this product. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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| Serving Size: 2 Lozenges | ||
| Servings Per Container: 180 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DV * | |
| Calories | 5 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2g | <1% |
| Sugar Alcohols (Sorbitol and Mannitol) | 1g | |
| Papain (from Papaya) (2000 USP/mg) | 100mg | * |
| Papaya Fruit Powder | 80mg | * |
| Bromelain (from Pineapple) (2400 GDU/g) | 20mg | * |
| Protease (5000 FCC/g) | 20mg | * |
| Lipase (10,000 USP/g) | 2ng | * |
| Cellulase (4000 FCC/g) | 0.6mg | * |
| Alpha-Amylase (25,000 USP/g) | 2mg | * |
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* % Daily Value (DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower based on your calorie needs.
† Daily Value (DV) not established. |
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Other Ingredients: Stearic acid (vegetable source), magnesium stearate (vegetable source), silica, peppermint leaf powder, peppermint oil and sodium copper chlorophyllin (chlorophyll). |
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Directions: Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, adults chew or dissolve 2 lozenges in mouth following meals or as needed. For children (over 4), chew or dissolve 1 lozenge in mouth following meals or as needed. |
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NOW Papaya Enzyme
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Now Foods Papaya Enzyme Chewable 180 Lozenges
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme which is extracted from papaya plants. Papaya Enzymes are known to help break down proteins into smaller protein fragments called peptides and amino acids. The Papain enzyme in papaya is also believed to help with the breakdown of foods and is known to help support bowel movements and digestive comfort.
What Are Papaya Enzymes Good For?
- May Help Limit Dental Plaque and Tooth Decay
- May Help Reduce Inflammation, Muscle Pain and Soreness
- Helps Breakdown Foods and Support Normal Bowel Movements
- Supports More Comfortable Digestion
- Provides Digestive Support
- Supports Protein Digestion
- Kosher and Keto Friendly
Now Foods Papaya Enzymes Customer Reviews
I suffer from gluten allergies and I'm lactose sensitive so if I eat too much of these things I get indigestion. These Papaya Lozenges work better for me than Petpo Bismo and Alkaseltzer tablets and other over the counter digestive aids.
Papaya Enzymes have definitely helped with my heartburn.
My sister recommended this product to help me with my GERD. Now Foods Papaya Enzymes bring me so much relief.
Directions
Chew or dissolve 2 lozenges in your mouth following meals or as needed.
Now Foods Papaya Enzyme Chewable 180 Lozenges Ingredients
Warnings & Side Effects
Store in a cool dry place after opening. Keep out of reach of children.
References
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Papaya. [Updated 2021 Feb 15]. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501881/
Li Y, Yu J, Goktepe I, Ahmedna M. The potential of papain and alcalase enzymes and process optimizations to reduce allergenic gliadins in wheat flour. Food Chem. 2016 Apr 1;196:1338-45. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.10.089. Epub 2015 Oct 19. PMID: 26593625.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26593625/
Sharma M, Sharma V, Majumdar DK. Influence of Tableting on Enzymatic Activity of Papain along with Determination of Its Percolation Threshold with Microcrystalline Cellulose. Int Sch Res Notices. 2014;2014:140891. Published 2014 Oct 14. doi:10.1155/2014/140891
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4897425/
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†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose, or prevent any disease.
