Designs for Health
Digestzymes
70/100
SUPPIE SCORE
55/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
92/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Digestzymes Do?
Designs for Health Digestzymes provides targeted digestive support by pairing betaine hydrochloride with animal bile and a broad microbial enzyme complex, though active enzymatic potencies and individual blend proportions remain undisclosed on the label.
Should I take Digestzymes if I already take acid reflux medications?
How does the betaine HCl in this formula assist with protein digestion?
Why are the individual enzyme activity units not listed on the bottle?
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What Are the Benefits of Digestzymes?
Based on proven scientific research
Macronutrient DigestionMild
Post-Meal Fullness ReliefMild
Fat EmulsificationMild
Lactose BreakdownMild
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What Are the Side Effects of Designs for Health Digestzymes?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Betaine hydrochloride lowers gastric pH and can directly irritate inflamed or ulcerated mucosal tissue; avoid if you have active peptic ulcer disease or severe gastritis.
•Do not combine with prescription acid-suppressing therapies (PPIs like omeprazole or H2 blockers like famotidine), as supplemental HCl works against their therapeutic purpose.
•Ox bile extract and digestive proteases can cause loose stools, abdominal cramping, or mild nausea, especially if consumed on an empty stomach.
•Individuals taking daily NSAIDs or corticosteroids face an increased risk of gastrointestinal irritation when adding supplemental acid.
•Contains animal-derived ingredients (bovine ox bile and porcine pepsin) and may contain traces of milk, wheat, or soy due to shared processing facilities.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
Milk (potential cross-contact)Wheat (potential cross-contact)Soy (potential cross-contact)
Inactive Ingredients
Hypromellose
Low RiskWater
Low RiskMicrocrystalline cellulose
Low RiskMedium chain triglycerides
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Designs for Health Digestzymes?
Betaine HCl
200 mg
GastroENZ Proprietary Blend
180 mg
Ox Bile Extract
Peptidase (DPPIV)
Amylases
Pepsin
Proteases
Glucoamylase
Lactase
Lipase
Invertase
Hypromellose
Water
Microcrystalline cellulose
Medium chain triglycerides
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Digestzymes compare to the research.
•Betaine HCl — 200 mg a day; studies use 1,500-4,500 mg/day.
•GastroENZ Proprietary Blend — total for a blend; the amount of each ingredient in it is hidden.
•1 of 1 actives with a studied range are below it and 10 have no individual amount disclosed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Designs for Health Digestzymes