Nature's Plus Digestive Enzyme
Brand: Nature's Plus · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
Our assessment: The data available for Nature's Plus Digestive Enzyme is incomplete. While the label lists ingredients, the specific enzyme types and their dosages are not provided. The only ingredient with substantiating data is calcium, but data on the specific enzymes in this product is not available. Without knowing the exact enzyme blend and potency, we cannot confirm the product's efficacy for digestive support.
How it works
Digestive enzymes generally work by breaking down food into smaller, absorbable nutrients. For the calcium component present in this product, the mechanism involves bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation — it supports bone density and helps muscles and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. However, without specific enzyme data, we cannot describe how the primary ingredients in this formula function.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific reports for this product are not available. For the calcium component, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because specific data on the digestive enzymes in this product is not available, we cannot recommend it with confidence. If you are considering this supplement for digestive issues, we suggest consulting your healthcare provider to identify a product with clearly stated enzyme types and activity levels. For general wellness, focus on a balanced diet and discuss any supplement use with your pharmacist or doctor.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Plus |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide