What is the composition of the capsules?
Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (E)464 is listed in the Codex Alimentarius as a filler, coating agent, emulsifier, stabiliser and thickener. It is a polymer obtained from wood pulp or cellulose. In the European Union, it is authorised in organic food in encapsulation material for capsules only. The manufacturing process does not use any chemical additives or products of animal origin.
I have high blood pressure, is the liquorice in Easy Digest good for me?
The liquorice contained in Easy Digest is deglycyrrhizined, which means that it does not contain glycyrrhizic acid and therefore should not cause any problem on blood pressure. You can nevertheless start on 2 capsules per day to see how it goes in relation to blood pressure and to ask your doctor’s advice.
Can taking Easy digest cause digestive discomfort (liver, stomach, intestine pain)?
It is possible that you may not tolerate the product well. This is rare. But as with any supplement, some people do not tolerate it.
Can Easy Digest be taken with a weak liver or kidney?
Easy Digest should not be used in case of kidney failure or liver disorders (cirrhosis of the liver, liver failure).
Can the Easy Digest be used with cortisone medications?
Easy Digest should not be used concomitantly with corticosteroid medications taken orally or by injection.
Why is it recommended on the instructions not to use the Easy Digest for more than 6 weeks?
Easy Digest contains liquorice. Consumption of high doses of deglycyrrhizinated liquorice can lead to a mineralocorticoid intoxication syndrome. Although the liquorice used in the Easy Digest is deglycyrrhizinised and is not present in high quantities, as a precautionary measure, the statement “Do not use for more than 6 weeks without medical advice” is indicated.
Which shellfish is present in the Easy Digest?
Glucosamine is made from the chitin extracted from the shells of crustaceans (shrimps, langoustines, crabs, lobsters). It is mainly extracted from shrimp, but in the event of failure to arrive, it is possible that the laboratory uses another crustacean.