EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
5.0/10
WEAK

Confidence: 70%

NOW Foods Supplements, Super Enzymes, Formulated with Bromelain, Ox Bile, Pancreatin and Papain,180 Capsules

NOW Foods Supplements, Super Enzymes, Formulated with Bromelain, Ox Bile, Pancreatin and Papain

B0013OXKHC

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Decision summary

SKIPWEAK

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

Best for

Only budget-focused buyers with flexible standards.

Consider another option if

You prefer fully transparent formulas over blends and ambiguous labeling.

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

0.1/10

Dosing looks weaker than ideal

Checks whether labeled ingredient amounts fall within clinically studied ranges (not just regulatory minimums). Low/0 can reflect under-dosing or missing amounts (e.g., proprietary blends).

Multi-ingredient formulation analysis

Dose 0.1/10 · Bioavailability 6.5/10 · Coherence 0/10

Dose quality suggests a diluted formulation.

A proprietary blend limits independent dose verification.

This is a multi-ingredient product. The score reflects formulation quality, not efficacy for a specific health goal.

Score summary

Bromelain: high-bioavailability form declared (Bromelain). The main limitation is that proprietary blend prevents independent dose verification.

Strengths

Bromelain: high-bioavailability form declared (Bromelain)
Papain: high-bioavailability form declared (Papain)

Weaknesses

Proprietary blend prevents independent dose verification
Bromelain: below clinically studied range
Formula coherence is weak: diluted, decorative or overly complex

Final verdict

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker formulation coherence.

Ingredient Analysis & Evidence

A closer look at the main ingredients, how they influence the score, and the supporting evidence when available. Tap any ingredient to expand.

⚠ Limited evidence suggests dose may be too low to be effective

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form supports strong absorption.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Rathnavelu et al. review bromelain and inflammatory joint conditions

Biomedical Reports • 2016

PMID: 26505918.0

RCT

Devaraj et al. RCT bromelain and GI function

Biotechnology Research International • 2012

PMID: 23842546.0

ℹ Limited or no reliable evidence available

Solid but not a standout: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient. The declared form supports strong absorption.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

⚠ Dose is below commonly used clinical ranges

This is a limiting factor: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 650 mgOptimal: 1300 mgUpper: 5000 mgGrade: C

ℹ Limited or no reliable evidence available

Adequate, but not a key strength: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

ℹ Limited or no reliable evidence available

Solid but not a standout: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

ℹ Limited or no reliable evidence available

Solid but not a standout: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

NOW Foods Supplements, Super Enzymes, Formulated with Bromelain, Ox Bile, Pancreatin and Papain,180 Capsules

NOW Foods Supplements, Super Enzymes, Formulated with Bromelain, Ox Bile, Pancreatin and Papain,180 Capsules

Warnings & notes

Important label or formulation details that may affect how this product should be interpreted.

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Proprietary blend limits dose transparency

Exact ingredient amounts cannot be verified clearly.

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Bromelain dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning

Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives

The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.

Note

Methodology

Read our methodology overview to understand how SuppScoreLab combines multiple scientific dimensions into one practical score.

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This evaluation is based on the product label and declared Supplement Facts available at review time. It does not verify laboratory-tested composition, purity, or batch-level quality. This content is educational and not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal health decisions. Affiliate disclosure: SuppScoreLab may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon links.

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