Natural Digestive Enzymes
Carlson Natural Digestive Enzymes is an 'Other Combinations' supplement, categorized under Joint & Bone, though its primary ingredients suggest a digestive focus. This product contains Pancreatin Concentrate at 340mg and Ox Bile at 34mg, alongside Calcium at 22mg. The N+ Score for this product is 41, earning it an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average quality assessment. Notably, the Calcium content is significantly underdosed compared to typical recommendations for bone health, and no ingredients are at clinically studied doses. With only 3 ingredients and 100% label transparency, its formula completeness is low at 25%. This product may be considered by individuals seeking general digestive support, but its overall formulation and ingredient adequacy are limited.
About This Product
Natural Digestive Enzymes by Carlson is a joint & bone supplement containing 3 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 41/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (3 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 22.000 mg | Under |
| Ox Bile | 34.000 mg | N/A |
| Pancreatin Concentrate | 340.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.