Chewable Papaya Enzymes®

Non-Nutrient / Non-Botanical

Brand: NOW

LozengeNon-Nutrient/Non-BotanicalOff Market
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Net Contents

360 Lozenge(s)

Serving Size

2 Lozenge(s)

Servings Per Container

180

Supplement Form

Lozenge

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 33739 02972 0

Product Version

CODE 2972 V3

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

9Active Ingredients

9 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

1% Daily Value Coverage

1 ingredients report an established %DV per serving.

1Dietary Attributes

Label states: Gluten-Free.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Allergen Guide

Contains

  • Soy

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Lozenge(s) · 1 per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories5 {Calories}
Total Carbohydrates2 g1%
Sugar Alcohols(Mannitol, Sorbitol)1 g
Papain100 mg
Papaya fruit powder80 mg
Bromelain(Pineapple)20 mg
Protease20 mg
Lipase2.5 mg
Cellulase2.5 mg
Alpha-Amylase2 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Other Ingredients

Stearic AcidMagnesium StearateSilicaPeppermint powderPeppermint OilSodium Copper Chlorophyllin

Target Groups

Adult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy Free

Label Claims

All OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USAGE: As a dietary supplement, chew or dissolve 2 lozenges in mouth following meals or as needed. Consider taking these other NOW(R) products: Optimal Digestive System and DGL.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: All Other

Caution: For adults only.

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Precautions re: Children

Keep out of reach of children.

Precautions re: All Other

Do Not Eat Freshness Packet. Keep in Bottle.

Precautions re: Allergies

Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Formulation

Formula re: Contains

• With Mint and Chlorophyll

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Formula re: Contains

Contains soy oil.

FDA Statements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

*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.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

General Statements: All Other Content

Digestive enzymes are essential to the body's absorption and full use of food. The capacity of the body to make enzymes diminishes with age, and therefore the efficiency of digestion declines.

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)

NOW(R) Papaya Enzyme Lozenges have a refreshing taste and support digestion when taken after meals. Our 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.*

General Statements: All Other Content

This tablet is also useful as a mint breath freshener.

General Statements: All Other Content

Please Recycle.

General Statements: All Other Content

LOZENGE SIZE Made in the USA

General Statements: All Other Content

DIGESTIVE SUPPORT

General Statements: All Other Content

• Supports Protein Digestion*

Seals/Symbols

GMP QUALITY ASSURED

General Statements: All Other Content

For more product information visit www.nowfoods.com/2972

General: Product/Version Code

CODE 2972 V3

Manufacturer & Distributor

Distributor

NOW FOODS

395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL, 60108, USA

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Research & Studies

  • How Digestive Enzymes Can Tackle an Upset Stomach

    T Charney - healthfirstnetwork.ca

    … , chewable enzymes for on-the-go use, NOW ® Papaya Enzyme Chewable Lozenges are … She has 30 years of experience in the health industry, beginning as a fitness instructor and …

  • Study on industrial applications of papain: A succinct review

    HA Shouket, I Ameen, O Tursunov… - … Series: Earth and …, 2020 - iopscience.iop.org

    … having proteolytic function with cysteine protease activity obtain from papaya having green … is the use of enzymes which replaced the conventional method and papain is now use in …

    202070 citations
  • Medicinal and Nutritional Importance of Carica papaya in Human Health

    Maryam, I Rizwan, Z Munir, MF Tahir, QA Babar… - … in Human Health …, 2024 - Springer

    … health and alleviation of symptoms such as indigestion, bloating, and gas can be facilitated by papaya enzymes … Carica papaya is a good source of potassium, an essential mineral that …

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  • Enzymes: The Sparks of Life

    AJ Cichoke - 2002 - books.google.com

    … We now realize continually eating enzymedead cooked foods destroys our health and … The best known plant sources for enzyme supplements are probably pineapples, papayas, figs …

    20021 citations
  • Bioactive compounds and nutraceuticals: Classification, potential sources, and application status

    CS Riar, PS Panesar - … and nutraceuticals from dairy, marine, and …, 2024 - taylorfrancis.com

    … health products preparations, growth of enzyme-based dietary supplements is steady now a … There are two types of enzymes mainly categorized as dietary supplements as systemic and …

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  • The Question of Digestion

    T Person - wholefoodsmagazine.com

    … Furthermore, ID testing of probiotic strains and substrains is now … a blend of enzymes, marshmallow root, papaya leaf, prickly … may be the best way to ensure digestive health as we age,” …

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2012-10-25. DSLD Label ID: 14197. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.