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Digestive Health

84 products spanning live cultures, digestive enzymes, bitters, fibre and soothing preparations, in capsules, tablets, liquids, sachets and gels. Brands include Quest, Bio-Kult, Optibac, Solgar, Viridian, Biocare, Natures Aid and A Vogel.

Which claims are approved?

Fewer than the category's marketing suggests. Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes. Riboflavin, niacin, biotin and vitamin B6 contribute to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes. Certain fibres carry approved claims for bowel function and intestinal transit - see fibre. Live cultures and enzyme supplements have none.

The main product types

  • Live cultures - see our probiotics range.
  • Digestive enzymes - amylase, protease, lipase and lactase, generally taken with food.
  • Bitters and herbal tinctures - traditional preparations taken before eating.
  • Fibre and prebiotics - psyllium, inulin and mixed blends.
  • Soothing preparations - including registered medical devices such as Silicol Gel, which are regulated differently from supplements and state their own indications.

Food first

Most digestive complaints respond more to how and what you eat than to what you add. Eating slowly, regular meals, enough fibre and enough water do more than most of this shelf. A supplement is worth trying when those are already in place.

When to see a GP, without delay

Blood in your stool, unexplained weight loss, difficulty swallowing, persistent vomiting, or a change in bowel habit lasting more than a few weeks all need medical assessment. Digestive symptoms are usually benign but these particular ones are not something to work through a supplement shelf for.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

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BiocareBio-Acidophilus 120 Capsules - Biocare Probiotics

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A clinically researched probiotic formula featuring the LAB4 complex—three human-compatible bacterial strains specifically selected for their resil...

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QuestMega 8 Biotix 30 Capsules

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Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI tr...

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QuestAcidophilus Plus 180 Capsules

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Quest Acidophilus Plus Formula Features: Multi-strain, vegan formula High content of stable and viable bacteria presented in capsule form (minimum...

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OptibacOne Week Flat (Flat Stomach) 7 Sachets

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Who is it for? 7-day course of friendly bacteria for anyone looking to buy an easy, high quality short-term supplement. Good to know: Each sachet ...

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Allicin MaxPrePro Prebiotic & Friendly Bacteria 60 Capsules

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The micro organisms in PrePro occur naturally in the gut of humans. PrePro continuously helps to support good digestion and helps support your immu...

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BiocareBio-Acidophilus 60 Capsules

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This advanced probiotic formula delivers three clinically validated bacterial strains—Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, and Bifid...

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OptibacBaby Infant Drops 10ml

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Who is it for? Especially for babies (both breastfed and formula fed), safe for newborns and up. Good to know: Each serving contains 1 billion fri...

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Bio-KultAdvanced Multi Strain Formula 120 Capsules

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The original multi-strain Bio-Kult Probiotic product containing 14 strains of live bacteria for everyday use. Can be stored at room temperature wi...

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BiocareMindlinx Complex 60 Capsules

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BioCare Mindlinx Complex delivers a synergistic blend of transient and resident probiotic strains, anchored by the clinically validated LAB4 comple...

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MicrobzSustain 475ml

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Sustain is triple award winner at the Beauty Shortlist Award for: Best Probiotic, Best Health Supplement and Best Product to Prevent Colds and Flu....

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QuestImmune System Biotix 30 Capsules

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Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI t...

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BiocareVegan Betaine HCl & Pepsin 90 Capsules

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Vegan Betaine HCl & Pepsin is a high potency combination of betaine hydrochloride (HCl) and the protein-digesting pepsin enzyme Effective – Hy...

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OptibacFor Women 30 Capsules

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OptiBac 'For women' 'For women' contains two highly researched strains of live cultures, Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1® and Lactobacillus reuteri RC...

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QuestAcidophilus Plus 90 Capsules

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Quest Acidophilus Plus Formula Features: Multi-strain, vegan formula High content of stable and viable bacteria presented in capsule form (minimum...

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ViridianBetaine HCI with Gentian Root 650mg 90 Capsules

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Viridian Betaine HCl with Gentian Root combines 650mg of betaine hydrochloride with 50mg of gentian root powder per capsule, ingredients traditiona...

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QuestL Plantarum 90 Capsules

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Provides the probiotic bacteria, Lactobacillus plantarum 299v, specialised strain for IBS (Prev. Lp299v) Quest probiotic products are manufactured ...

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OptibacFor Everyday 30 Capsules

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Optibac Everyday is for anyone looking for a quality daily good bacteria supplement and an easy sugar-free alternative to yoghurts and yoghurt drin...

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QuestCran Biotix 30 Capsules

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Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures with proven stability and survivability in the GI t...

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QuestPlatinum Biotix 90 Capsules

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Contains beneficial bacteria that occur naturally in the human gut Probiotic bacteria reinforce the intestinal lining as a protective barrier, pr...

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MicrobzBio-Live Revive 475ml

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Your gut is the seat of your health. You have more than 4,000 square feet of intestinal lining working as a barrier to control what gets absorbed ...

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Natures AidDigestive Enzyme Complex with Betaine HCI 60 Tablets

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Enzymes play an essential role in virtually every biochemical activity that takes place within the body and the digestive process is certainly no e...

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VitabrightBio Cultures Probiotics 60 Capsules

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This is a broad multi-strain formula rather than a few documented strains, which is a different approach from the specialist brands.It supplies 17 ...

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QuestCholesterol Biotix 30 Capsules

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Introducing a premium solution for those seeking to manage their cholesterol levels effectively. This expertly formulated supplement is designed to...

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ViridianBromelain 500mg 90 Capsules

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Viridian Bromelain delivers 500mg of bromelain (2000 GDU/gram) per capsule, extracted from pineapple stem. Bromelain is a group of enzymes capable ...

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MicrobzBio-Live Sleep 475ml

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“There is no question in my mind that gut health is linked to sleep health”. Dr Michael Breus, clinical psychologist and fellow of the American Aca...

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Bio-KultMind 60 Capsules

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Bio-Kult Mind is an advanced multi-action formulation designed to target both the digestive tract and cognitive function. Bio-Kult Mind is a scien...

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ViridianSynerbio Daily Plus Cranberry 30 Capsules

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Synerbio Daily with Cranberry Veg Caps is an expert formulation comprising good gut bacteria (commonly known as probiotics) with added ‘prebiotics’...

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ViridianSynerbio 40+ 60 caps

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Viridian Synerbio 40+ is an expert formulation comprising good gut bacteria (commonly known as probiotics) with added ‘prebiotics’. Synerbio 40+ Ve...

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Natures AidBio360 Pro-30 MAX (30 Billion Bacteria) 60 Capsules

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Provides a guaranteed 30 billion live organisms, using 8 extensively researched strains of bacteria. Natures Aid PRO-30 Max is a super strength dai...

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QuestKids Biotix 30 Chewable Tablets

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QUEST KIDZBIOTIX Children's chewable probiotic. Quest probiotic products are manufactured in-house from proprietary probiotic master cultures wit...

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Bio-Kult and Optibac are the two we are asked for by name on the probiotic side, and Optibac name every strain and its count on the pack rather than giving one blended figure - which is the detail worth looking for.

Solgar have been going since 1947, Viridian build without fillers or binders, and Quest cover the everyday end. Between them they do the job without us stocking six versions of the same thing.

They do different jobs. Probiotics are live bacteria taken to support the balance of the gut microbiome, generally daily over weeks. Enzymes are taken with a meal to help break food down, and their effect is immediate rather than cumulative.

People often start with a probiotic and add enzymes only if particular meals are the problem. Both together is common enough and there is no conflict between them.

Occasional bloating after a heavy meal is one thing. Persistent changes in digestion, unexplained weight loss, or blood are another entirely, and those are for your GP rather than a supplement - please do not work through this shelf instead of getting them looked at.

We are glad to talk the range through on 01323 928523, and we will say when it is not our call.

FAQ

Should I take probiotics or enzymes?

Probiotics are live bacteria taken daily over weeks; enzymes are taken with a meal to help break food down. Different jobs, and plenty of people use both.

Do probiotics need refrigerating?

Some do and some are shelf-stable - the pack is explicit, and anything chilled is packed for it when we ship. Shelf-stable does not mean lower quality.

Can I take a probiotic with antibiotics?

Many people do, spacing the two a few hours apart and continuing after the course ends. Your pharmacist can advise on timing for the specific antibiotic.

How long before a probiotic does anything?

Manufacturers generally suggest allowing a few weeks of daily use. It is a cumulative thing rather than something you judge after a couple of days.