Supplementing for Digestive Health and Maximum Nutrient Absorption

dalvare1 · Apr 19, 2010

I wanted to start a thread as it seems there is a lot of different opinions on this topic.

Please post your opinions, experiences, and product reccommendations for the following:

Digestive Enzymes
- papain
- bromelain
- multi enzyme blends (protease, lipase, amylase)

Pepsin

Probiotics
Acipophilus, etc.

Hydroxycitric Acid

Betain

As I am starting my offseason now, I am sick of always feeling bloated, gassy, and wasting my money eating food that isnt getting absorbed.

Im looking forward to this as I think a lot of people on this board can contribute to the thread with their experiences and knowledge on the subject.

Mr.Bungle · Apr 19, 2010

Greek Yogurt

Not a supplement, obviously, but a good source of good bacteria and a cup of greek yogurt has 23 grams of milk protein. My intestines seem to be running much better now that it is a regular part of my diet.

unoigo · Apr 19, 2010

During my last offseason I felt just like you... bloated, gassy, etc. I try to eat every 2.5 hours, 8 meals a days and at times it felt like the food from the previous meal was still in my stomach.

I started taking these... NOW Foods - Super Enzymes Caps - 90 Capsules

with every other meal (2,4,6) and after about 1-2 weeks it made a world a difference! No more gas, no more bloat!

They are very cheap, give them a try. Also, not sure how much protein you are taking in but make sure you are drinking at the very bare minimum, 1, preferably 1.5-2 gals of water a day. I know it's hard in the offseason but it does help.

And, if you are not taking in a fiber supplement, I would recommend adding some psyllium husk to your protein shakes during the day or at night prior to bed.

Hope this helps.