Bluebonnet - Vegetarian Optimum Enzymes - 90 Veg Caps

Bluebonnet Vegetarian Optimum Enzymes Vcaps offer a complete and balanced range of plant-based digestive enzymes that aid in the proper digestion of proteins, simple and complex carbohydrates (e.g., starches and fiber) and fats for those observing a healthy and balanced diet. The daily amount of supplemental enzymes that is supported by research, not FDA for proper digestion of primarily proteins as well as simple and complex carbohydrates and fats for those observing a healthy, balanced diet ranges depending on the activity measure of each enzyme. Minimum levels shown to support digestion for most individuals are 4,000 HUT of protease, 2,000 DU of amylase, 40 LU of lipase and 40 CU of cellulase. Remember, it is not the amount (mg) of the supplemental enzymes in each capsule that is significant, but rather the amount of activity units. Activity units are the only way to identify the potency of an enzyme product. However, there are several available methods used to determine enzyme potency, which is why Bluebonnet only uses published assays, such as those found in the Foods Chemical Codex for the measurement of plant-based enzymes. Therefore, an individual would benefit more from an enzyme formula like Bluebonnets that has a higher amount of activity units per serving. For example, Bluebonnet Vegetarian Optimum Enzymes Vcaps standardized for 50 mg of papain provides; 2.5 mil FCC PU/serving, as opposed to a 100 mg papain that provides only 2.0 mil FCC PU/serving. It is not the amount (mg) supplemental enzymes in the capsule that is significant but the amount of activity units present.