{"product_id":"natural-factors-regenerlife-uniquerelief-ibs-butyric-acid-500-mg-30-packets","title":"Natural Factors RegenerLife UniqueRelief IBS Butyric Acid 500 mg (30 Packets)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural Factors RegenerLife UniqueRelief IBS Butyric Acid 500 mg comes in 30 single-dose packets, each holding 2 enteric softgels. Every softgel provides 250 mg of butyric acid as sodium butyrate, so one packet gives 500 mg. Helps to relieve Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms such as abdominal discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat UniqueRelief IBS is licensed for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is licensed for sale by Health Canada and bears NPN 80134771. The licence is for adults 18 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat butyric acid is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButyric acid, also called butanoic acid or butyrate, is a short-chain fatty acid. Bacteria in the large intestine produce it when they ferment dietary fibre. In this product it is supplied as sodium butyrate, a salt form, sealed in enteric softgels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softgel shell contains gelatin, so the product is not vegetarian. The full non-medicinal list is sorbitol, glycerin, konjac glucomannan, xanthan gum, beeswax, pectin, medium chain triglycerides, lecithin, water, gelatin and sodium alginate. The product is non-GMO and gluten-free. A slight odour is normal for butyric acid, and the label suggests keeping the box in the fridge to tone it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e500 mg or 1000 mg packets?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniqueRelief IBS comes in two packet sizes built on the same 250 mg softgel. This box has 2 softgels per packet, 500 mg, and the label dose is 1 to 2 packets a day. The 1000 mg box has 4 softgels per packet and a dose of 1 packet a day. The 500 mg packet lets you start at the low end of the range and add a second packet later in the day if you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults 18 and over take 1 to 4 softgels a day, which is 1 to 2 packets. Swallow the softgels whole. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and if symptoms persist or worsen. Keep the box out of the reach of children. The full directions and cautions are under How to Take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults who want butyrate in pre-measured portions they can carry in a bag or pocket, and who prefer a smaller daily amount or a dose they can adjust between one and two packets. At the label dose, a box lasts 15 to 30 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Factors UniqueRelief IBS 500 mg FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much butyric acid is in a packet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500 mg, from 2 softgels of 250 mg each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does it smell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight odour is normal for butyric acid. Refrigerating the box can tone it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it vegan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The softgels contain gelatin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a box last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 to 30 days at 1 to 2 packets a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/natural-factors\"\u003eNatural Factors supplements\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/digestion-formula\"\u003edigestion range\u003c\/a\u003e. Orders over $99 ship free in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natural Factors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51361094533223,"sku":"NF01928","price":31.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1709\/1189\/files\/1928-5_RL_UniqueRelief_IBS_BOX_3-R0316252_L_E.png?v=1794263490","url":"https:\/\/checkout.vitasave.ca\/products\/natural-factors-regenerlife-uniquerelief-ibs-butyric-acid-500-mg-30-packets","provider":"Vitasave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}