Digestive Formula Pro, 60 capsules

Digestive formula with artichoke, ginger, cactus and olive

Digestive Formula Pro is a supplement that contains two scientifically tested plant extracts marketed under the brand names Prodigest® and Mucosave™. It contains ginger and artichoke, which are known for their positive effects on digestion in general and stomach function in particular. Therefore it is ideal for people who need additional support in this area. In addition to ginger and artichoke, the product also contains a special extract from prickly pear cactus and olive leaves.

Digestion

Digestion refers to the process by which food passes through the gastrointestinal tract and is broken down into ever smaller nutrients that can then pass through the intestinal wall into the body. Amino acids, simple sugars and fatty acids are examples of these nutrients, which serve in the body as building blocks, storage compounds and/or fuel. These nutrients enable us to obtain energy, build tissues, produce hormones and neurotransmitters and form reserves. As our body cannot produce them itself, most vitamins and all minerals must also be supplied through our diet. Excellent digestion is therefore crucial for maintaining optimal health. There are various plants known to be helpful for digestion and the associated organs.

Prodigest® (ginger and artichoke extract)

The ginger and artichoke extract contained in Digestive Formula Pro is sold under the brand name Prodigest® and comes from the Italian manufacturer and herbal specialist Indena. Ginger, a spice, is produced from the rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). It belongs to the family Zingiberaceae, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Indena’s ginger extract is standardised to 2.5% shogaols and gingerols. Prodigest® contains an artichoke extract obtained from the leaves of the artichoke (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus). This extract contains the active compounds flavonoids (1.4%), cynaropicrin (1.4%) and caffeoylquinic acid (5.6%). Human studies have shown that this specific combination of ginger and artichoke supports digestion by contributing to normal stomach function. It is ideally taken with a meal and may be helpful for a feeling of fullness in the stomach and bloating after eating. Artichoke also has a positive effect on liver function, among other things by promoting bile production. The liver plays a role in fat digestion by producing bile. Bile emulsifies the fats from our food by breaking them into smaller droplets so that the fat‑splitting enzymes can properly process them.

Mucosave™ (prickly pear and olive leaf extracts)

The second ingredient in Digestive Formula Pro is a prickly pear and olive leaf extract marketed under the name Mucosave™. It is produced by the Italy‑based company Bionap. The prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) originates mainly from Mexico but can also grow in other dry regions (such as the Mediterranean). Prickly pear extract is known to be very rich in mucilages. Plant mucilages consist of polysaccharides that have a high water‑holding capacity and thus form a protective layer on the plant. Olive leaf extract (Olea europaea), which is rich in polyphenols, combines well with prickly pear extract.

Active ingredients

* No reference intake is specified according to the EU Food Information Regulation (FIC) ** Prodigest® is a registered trademark of Indena S.p.A., Italy *** Mucosave™ FG is a trademark of Bionap S.r.l.

Ingredients

Vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented cassava starch), rice flour (Oryza sativa), artichoke extract (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus, leaf), prickly pear extract (Opuntia ficus-indica), olive leaf extract (Olea europaea), anti‑caking agents (calcium salts of fatty acids, silicon dioxide), ginger extract (Zingiber officinale, rhizome).

Recommended intake

2 capsules per day: take 1 capsule with lunch and 1 capsule with the evening meal, with water.

Caution

This dietary supplement is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light (do not refrigerate).

Legal information

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of small children.