{"product_id":"natural-factors-gluten-relief-376-mg-180-vcaps","title":"Natural Factors Gluten Relief 376 mg (180 VCaps)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural Factors Gluten Relief is a 376 mg blend of enzymes in each vegetarian capsule, with 180 capsules in the bottle. Helps digest proteins. The blend leans heavily toward protein-splitting enzymes, with a smaller group that acts on starches, sugars and fats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Gluten Relief is licensed for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is licensed for sale by Health Canada and bears NPN 80051263. The licence also lists:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigestive enzyme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProteolytic enzyme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigestive aid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce gas production following a meal rich in fermentable carbohydrates (such as vegetable, legumes and whole grains).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in each capsule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout two thirds of the 376 mg blend is fungal protease, at 247.5 mg (33,750 FCC HUT). The other protein enzymes are bacterial protease, 38 mg of Peptizyme SP serratiopeptidase, bromelain from pineapple stem and papain from papaya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the blend covers other parts of a meal: two alpha-amylases and glucoamylase for starches, lactase for milk sugar, alpha-galactosidase for the sugars found in beans, cellulase for plant fibre, and lipase for fats. Each enzyme is listed with its activity in standard Food Chemical Codex units, which makes it simple to line it up against other blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe capsule is made from carbohydrate gum and water, with rice flour and magnesium stearate as the other non-medicinals. Natural Factors lists the formula as non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free and suitable for vegetarians and vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults take 1 or 2 capsules a day with food, usually with the meal that contains bread, pasta, cheese or beans. Check with a health care practitioner before using it for longer than 4 weeks, and before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, take blood thinners or antibiotics, or are allergic to latex or fruits such as pineapple, papaya or kiwi. The full directions and cautions are under How to Take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 180-capsule bottle is the larger of the two sizes. At 1 capsule a day it lasts six months; at 2 a day, three months. A 90-capsule bottle of the same formula is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults who want an enzyme blend weighted toward protein, and people who eat a lot of grains, dairy, beans and plant protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Factors Gluten Relief FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a replacement for a gluten-free diet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an enzyme supplement. Anyone who must avoid gluten for medical reasons should keep doing so and speak with their health care practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it called Gluten Relief if it has so many enzymes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten is a protein, and most of the blend is protein-splitting enzymes. The smaller enzymes cover the starch, sugar and fat in the same meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it vegan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Natural Factors lists it as suitable for vegetarians and vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I take it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith food, at the meal you want it for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/natural-factors\"\u003eNatural Factors supplements\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/digestive-enzymes\"\u003edigestive enzymes range\u003c\/a\u003e. Orders over $99 ship free in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natural Factors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51527432306791,"sku":"NF01723","price":46.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1709\/1189\/files\/1723-6_GlutenRelief_HGR300W_E.png?v=1794298292","url":"https:\/\/checkout.vitasave.ca\/products\/natural-factors-gluten-relief-376-mg-180-vcaps","provider":"Vitasave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}