Description
QUICK SUMMARY
This supplement helps with: bloated belly, soft stools, poor digestion, weight loss despite eating well and pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) in dogs and cats.
How does Digestive Enzymes work?
Digestive enzymes are necessary to break down food properly and absorb nutrients. In pancreatic insufficiency (EPI), chronic stress, old age or long-term intestinal complaints, the body produces too few digestive enzymes. The result: food is not digested sufficiently, nutrients are not absorbed and the intestine becomes further upset.
Digestive Enzymes contains eight complementary enzymes that cover all macronutrients: amylase for carbohydrates, lipase for fats, protease and papain for proteins, cellulase for vegetable fibers and lactase for lactose. Betaine and pepsin support the gastric phase. In addition to proteolytic, bromelain also has anti-inflammatory effects.
The stomach acid resistant capsule is essential: enzymes are proteins and are broken down by stomach acid. The capsule protects them and ensures delivery to the right place in the intestine.
What does this supplement do?
- Helps with bloated belly, soft stools and poor digestion
- Supports the digestion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates
- Relevant for EPI, chronic stress or old age
- Stomach acid-resistant capsule ensures action in the right place
- Suitable for dog, cat and human
When do you see results?
Digestive enzymes work immediately: they are active as soon as they reach the intestine. From a systems biology point of view, this is one of the fastest acting supplements because it fulfills a direct function that the body already needs in that meal.
Enzymes work immediately at the first meal. Less bloating after eating, calmer intestine noticeable soon.
Firmer stools, less flatulence. Better food intake visible in more energy and better condition.
Significantly better digestion. In EPI: weight recovery visible. Better coat due to better nutrient absorption.
With EPI: lifelong daily use necessary. In case of stress or age: daily support for optimal nutrient absorption.
Don’t see any difference after 4 weeks? Contact us via our app or email, or schedule an intake with integrative veterinarian Stefan Veenstra. If you suspect EPI, always consult a veterinarian first.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Digestive Blend and regular digestive enzymes?
Most digestive enzyme supplements contain 2-3 enzymes and are taken without protection, causing a large part to be broken down in the stomach. Digestive Blend contains eight complementary enzymes in a stomach acid-resistant capsule, so they reach the gut intact where they are needed.
Is Digestive Blend suitable at EPI?
Yes. In EPI, the pancreas does not produce enough digestive enzymes. Digestive Blend supplements this deficiency, but if EPI is suspected, it is important to consult a veterinarian first for the correct diagnosis and dosage.
Can I continue to give Digestive Blend, or is it temporary?
That depends on the cause. With EPI, lifelong daily use is necessary because the pancreas no longer produces the enzymes itself. In case of temporary complaints due to stress, old age or intestinal recovery, use can be phased out as soon as the digestion is stable.
Why does Digestive Blend also contain bromelain in addition to the standard digestive enzymes?
Bromelain not only breaks down proteins, but also has an anti-inflammatory effect. This makes it a valuable addition in animals with intestinal complaints in which, in addition to digestion, inflammation also plays a role.
Why NGD Care Digestive Blend?
| Characteristic | NGD Care | Medium supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Enzyme spectrum | Eight enzymes for all macronutrients and specific substrates | Common 2-3 enzymes, limited spectrum |
| Protection | Stomach acid resistant capsule: enzymes active in the right place | Tablet or powder: enzymes largely destroyed by stomach acid |
| Unique synergistic formulation | ✅ Yes, bromelain has an anti-inflammatory effect | ❌ Digestive effect only |
| Scientifically substantiated | ✅ Yes EPI Veterinary Review 2024 | Variable |
| Human Grade quality | ✅ | Often not |
| Clean & Green Label | ✅ Yes free of synthetic fillers | Rarely |
| Part of systemic protocol | ✅ Yes, supplement to Intestinal Protocol and Giardia Protocol | ❌ Individual supplements |
| Developed by veterinarian | ✅ Stefan Veenstra DVM | Rarely |
| Personal guidance | ✅ Intake possible via Naturally Healthy Animals | ❌ Not available |
Comparison based on common digestive enzyme supplements for dogs and cats on the Dutch market.
Part of a protocol
Digestive Blend can be used as a supplement to the Intestinal Protocol and the Giardia Protocol, and for all animals where digestive support is desired.
Works well with
Digestive Blend improves digestion. The supplements below restore the intestinal environment and further improve absorption.
Digestive enzymes break down food better. Prebiotic Fibers ensures that the right gut bacteria ferment the undigested fibers. Together optimal digestion and microbiome support.
In EPI, the intestinal wall is often damaged by chronic nutrient deficiency. L-Glutamine restores the intestinal cells that have to absorb the nutrients that are now better digested. Together better digestion and better absorption.
In EPI and intestinal complaints, B12 absorption is structurally reduced. Digestive Blend improves digestion, liposomal B-complex ensures direct absorption of B12 independent of digestion status.
Bromelain in Digestive Blend has anti-inflammatory effects. Curcumin enhances this via NF-kB inhibition. Together for both digestive support and inflammation inhibition in intestinal inflammation.
Want to know more about the science behind this supplement?
Stefan Veenstra DVM explains how digestive enzymes work and when supplementation is necessary in dogs and cats.
Developed and clinically substantiated by Stefan Veenstra DVM, integrative veterinarian. Stefan is the founder of NGD Care, NGD Care Academy and Integrative Veterinary Center Natural Healthy Animals. Read more about Stefan →
This information is educational in nature and does not replace a veterinary consultation. If you suspect EPI, always consult a veterinarian.
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