BioStacks
Every active here is dosed below the amount studied to work. See how each one compares in the breakdown below.
Best for
Ingredients (7)
Papain
45%Dose
45 mg
Target
100–500 mg
Form
—
Papaya Fruit
2%Dose
15 mg
Target
1000–9000 mg
Form
—
Alpha Amylase
1%Dose
120 du
Target
10000–24000 du
Form
—
Bromelain
0%Dose
0.2 gdu
Target
500–2400 gdu
Form
—
Protease
3 mgUnit not recognized — not scored
Other Ingredients (9)
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
MannitolSweetener
A FODMAP sugar alcohol that can cause GI distress (bloating, gas, diarrhea) at higher doses. Supplement amounts are typically small, but individuals with IBS or sugar alcohol sensitivity may react even at low doses.
SorbitolSweetener
A FODMAP sugar alcohol that may trigger GI discomfort (bloating, gas) in individuals with IBS or sorbitol malabsorption, even at small amounts found in supplements. Avoided in low-FODMAP diets.
Peppermint OilFlavor
Essential oil distilled from peppermint (Mentha piperita) leaves.
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Calcium CarbonateBuffer
Common calcium salt used as a buffering agent, filler, or mineral fortification in supplements
Dicalcium PhosphateBinder
Calcium and phosphorus compound used as binder
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Timing doesn't matter for this one — taking it consistently does.
With or without food
On the label
For adults, chew three (3) tablets with a meal, up to three times daily, as needed.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
Price Check
$16.37
Near the median of 15 protease supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.