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NOW Foods Bromelain Veg Capsules is a proteolytic enzyme derived from the stem of the pineapple plant that has protein-digesting properties. When taken with food, Bromelain can help to support healthy digestion. Bromelain is designed by nature to support proper gastrointestinal function and may also help to promote an anti-inflammatory action.Features: Digestive Enzyme High potency - 2400 GDU/g Vegetarian/Vegan Egg free, soy free Directions: Adult Dosage: Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily with food/meals. For prolonged use, consult a healthcare practitioner.Ingredients: Each capsule contains: Bromelain (Ananas comosus) (2400 GDU*/g) (1.8 x 107 FCC PU) 500 mg*GDU (Gelatin Digesting Units) is a measure of proteolytic (protein digesting) activity.Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water), Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silica.Caution: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a gastrointestinal lesion/ ulcer, are taking an anticoagulant/ blood thinner, anti-inflammatory or antibiotic, or are having surgery. Hypersensitivity/allergy has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea have been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner. Highlights  

A traditional remedy to support internal wellness, Caprylic Acid is a naturally derived nutrient that helps a number of systems throughout the body. Also known as octanoic acid, Caprylic Acid is a short-to-medium chain fatty acid (MCT) that is naturally found in coconut and palm kernel oil. Caprylic Acid supports general health through its ability to generate cellular energy. There is limited research showing that caprylic acid may demonstrate a possible role in alleviating mild fungal infections. Features: Supports energy production in the body at the cellular level Source of medium-chain fatty acids Sourced from coconuts and African Palm Oil Adult Dosage:  Take 3 softgels, 2-3 times daily with food. Ingredients: Each softgel contains: Caprylic Acid 600 mg (from 1 g of Medium Chain Triglycerides). Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Softgel (gelatin, glycerin, water). Risk Information: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding                     Do not use if inner seal is broken Do not eat freshness packet Keep in bottle Highlights 

Our bodies create digestive enzymes as an essential way to absorb nutrients and make the full use of the food we eat. Unfortunately, this is to diminishing returns as our bodies age and produce less and less enzymes. NOW® Papaya Enzyme Lozenges have a refreshing taste and support digestion when taken after meals. The tablets are made from whole, unripe, spray-dried Papaya powder, and contain 40 mg of Papaya per Lozenge. In addition, Protease, Lipase and Cellulase have been included for a full spectrum of enzymatic activity. Features: Digestive enzymes to help digest proteins Source of antioxidants that help protect against cell damage caused by free radicals Aids in food digestion by breaking down protein, starch, fat, and fibre Chewable Digestive Enzyme With Mint and Chlorophyll for fresh breath Vegetarian / Vegan Suggested Usage:  As a dietary supplement, chew or dissolve 2 lozenges in mouth following meals or as needed.  Consider taking this product in combination with NOW G.I. Support, Optimal Digestive System and DGL. Medicinal Ingredients:4-(1,3;1,4)-beta-D-Glucan 4-glucanohydrolase    0.312 milligrams 1.248 USP Chymotrypsin Units4-alpha-D-Glucan glucanohydrolase    1.0 milligrams25.0 FCC DUCarica papaya    40.0 milligramsFungal protease    10.0 milligrams50.0 FCC HUTPapain    50.0 milligrams100000.0 FCC PUStem bromelain    10.0 milligrams360000.0 FCC PUTriacylglycerol lipase    1.0 milligrams10.0 FCC LU Other Ingredients:  Sorbitol, Mannitol, Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silica, Peppermint Powder, Peppermint Oil and Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin. Vegetarian/Vegan Product. Caution: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have diabetes or a gastrointestinal lesion/ulcer, if you are taking anticoagulant/blood thinners or an anti-inflammatory, if you are having surgery, or if you have allergy to latex or fruits (such as avocado, banana, chestnut, passion fruit, fig, melon, mango, kiwi, pineapple, peach and tomato).Known Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity/allergy has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea have been known to occur, in which case discontinue use (and consult a health care practitioner). Highlights  

More prevalent today than any time in history. Echinacea (purple coneflower) is a Native American herb that was once used by the Plains People and is now used by millions of consumers worldwide. With cough being the number 1 reason for doctor’s visits in Canada, having a natural remedy that can reduce crowded waiting rooms is welcomed. Echinacea with Goldeseal is a proven combination that can help relieve upper respiratory infections.Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules 2 to 4 times daily. Continuous high level consumption of this product for more than 2 weeks of each month is not recommended. Ingredients: Each capsule contains: Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) Root 225 mg, Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) Root & Rhizome 225 mg. Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water), Stearic Acid Highlights   

NOW Foods Hawthorn Extract is standardized to 1.8% Vitexin. Along with other natural components, this has been found to support normal blood flow and may help to maintain healthy blood pressure already within the healthy range. Hawthorn leaves, flowers and berries have been used for generations by herbalists as a cardiovascular tonic. Hawthorn promotes cardiovascular health by supporting cardiac muscle tone and vascular integrity. Hawthorn Extract also exhibits powerful free radical scavenging activity.Features: Used in Herbal Medicine to help maintain and support cardiovascular health Standardized Extract Vegetarian / Vegan Egg free, soy free Directions: Adult Dosage: Take 1 capsule 3 times daily. Use for a minimum of 8 weeks to see beneficial effects.Ingredients: Each capsule contains: Hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata) Extract 4:1 (Leaf & Flower) 300 m (Standardized to contain 1.8% Vitexin) Hawthorn Berry (Crataegus laevigata) (Fruit) 200 mg Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water), Maltodextrin, Silica and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).Caution: Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking cardiac glycosides such as digitalsi/digoxin, or blood pressure medication. Highlights