Children's Whole Foods Papayazyme

Nature's Sunshine

#Probiotics

Safety80

Efficacy65

Transparency80

Based on Examine, Wikipedia, and 23 other sources

Overview

The effectiveness of Children's Whole Foods Papayazyme is likely moderate. While it contains well-researched digestive enzymes (papain, bromelain, alpha-amylase) known to aid digestion, the specific quantities of these enzymes and other active ingredients in the proprietary blends are not disclosed, making it difficult to assess their optimal dosing. The 'Whole Food Blend' and 'Protector Shield Proprietary Blend' are rich in various fruits, vegetables, and amino acids, which individually offer health benefits, but their combined impact and efficacy in the small doses provided within proprietary blends are uncertain. Some beneficial ingredients like L-Leucine and L-Lysine are present, but their precise context and specific effects in this formulation lack clear support.

The Good

Contains a spectrum of digestive enzymes (Papain, Bromelain, Alpha-Amylase) to support nutrient breakdown across macro-nutrients.

Includes a wide variety of fruit and vegetable concentrates, offering broad antioxidant and phytonutrient support.

Contains essential amino acids (L-Leucine, L-Lysine, L-Valine) beneficial for growth and protein synthesis.

The Bad

Dosages of key digestive enzymes and other 'active' ingredients are hidden within proprietary blends.

The 'Proprietary Whole Food Blend' and 'Protector Shield Proprietary Blend' lack transparency, making efficacy and individual ingredient dosing impossible to verify.

Some individual fruit and vegetable concentrates and amino acids are likely present in sub-optimal or trace amounts due to the 350mg and 50mg blend sizes.