Pure Encapsulations Digestive Enzymes Ultra is a broad-spectrum digestive enzyme supplement in vegetarian capsules, providing a blend of 13 enzymes in a 391mg serving (2 capsules), across a 90-capsule pack.

Key Features

• Broad-spectrum, 13-enzyme blend: 391mg per serving combining enzymes that target starches, protein, fat, fibre and lactose in one formula, rather than a single-enzyme product.
• High-strength protease and amylase: 60,000 HUT of general protease and 24,000 DU of amylase per serving, reflecting the formula's high-potency "Ultra" positioning.
• Includes lactase: 1,600 ALU of lactase per serving, the enzyme that breaks down lactose, the natural sugar found in milk and dairy foods.
• Taken with every meal: the directions are 2 capsules with each meal, so the enzymes are present whenever food is eaten, rather than a single fixed daily dose.
• Vegetarian and free from major allergens: the capsule and ingredients are vegetarian, and the product is free from gluten, eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, soybeans and celery.
• 90 capsules per pack: a larger pack size than the 30-capsule option, suited to using the product consistently with every meal without running out or reordering often.

What do the different enzymes in this blend do?

The blend combines several types of enzyme, each targeting a different part of food. Amylase and glucoamylase break down starches, protease and protease 6.0 break down protein, lipase breaks down fat, lactase breaks down lactose (milk sugar), cellulase, hemicellulase and beta-glucanase break down plant fibre, invertase breaks down sucrose, alpha-galactosidase targets the sugars found in beans and pulses, and phytase acts on phytic acid found in grains and seeds.

How long will a 90-capsule pack last?

This pack contains 90 capsules, enough for 45 servings of 2 capsules. As the directions are to take 2 capsules with each meal, how long the pack lasts depends on how many meals a day you take it with, for example around 6 weeks if used once a day, or 2 weeks if used with three meals a day.

Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Speak to a doctor, midwife or pharmacist before taking this or any food supplement if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Does this product contain any of the major food allergens?

No. It's free from gluten, eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, soybeans and celery. It is formulated as a vegetarian product, though vegan status isn't stated by the manufacturer.

Enzyme blend (per 2-capsule serving, 391mg)

Other ingredients: ascorbyl palmitate; hypoallergenic plant fibre (microcrystalline cellulose); vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose).

Free from gluten, eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, soybeans and celery. Vegetarian; vegan status is not stated by the manufacturer.

Take 2 capsules with each meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a medical condition, speak to a healthcare professional before taking this product.

Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is broken or missing.

Digestive enzyme supplements are generally well tolerated. Some people may notice mild digestive symptoms, such as bloating, gas, nausea or changes in stool, particularly when first starting to take them. These effects are usually mild and tend to settle as the body adjusts.