Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules supplement bottle
Protocol For Life Balance

Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules

What We Researched
8 active ingredients analyzed · 3 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 brand certification checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
69
Product Score Fair
74
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Betaine HCl 200 mg **
Ox Bile Extract (min. 45% Total Cholic Acids) 100 mg **
Papaya Fruit Powder 45 mg **
Pancreatin 11XSupplying: Amylase 37,000 USP UnitsProtease 37,000 USP UnitsLipase 2,960 USP Units 134 mg **
Bromelain (from Pineapple) (120 GDU) 40 mg **
Acid Stable Protease (Aspergillopepsin) (50 SAPU) 10 mg **
Papain (from Papaya) (100,000 FCC PU) 2 mg **
Cellulase (10 CU) 0.1 mg **
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Betaine HCl Fair
  • Ox Bile Extract (min. 45% Total Cholic Acids) Fair
  • Papaya Fruit Powder Fair
  • Pancreatin 11XSupplying: Amylase 37,000 USP UnitsProtease 37,000 USP UnitsLipase 2,960 USP Units Fair
  • Bromelain (from Pineapple) (120 GDU) Good
  • Acid Stable Protease (Aspergillopepsin) (50 SAPU) Good
  • Papain (from Papaya) (100,000 FCC PU) Fair
  • Cellulase (10 CU) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Gelatin (Capsule)
  • Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source) and Silicon Dioxide
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Betaine HCl 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Ox Bile Extract (min. 45% Total Cholic Acids) 100 mg Effective
  • Papaya Fruit Powder 45 mg Under-dosed
  • Pancreatin 11XSupplying: Amylase 37,000 USP UnitsProtease 37,000 USP UnitsLipase 2,960 USP Units 134 mg Under-dosed
  • Bromelain (from Pineapple) (120 GDU) 40 mg Under-dosed
  • Acid Stable Protease (Aspergillopepsin) (50 SAPU) 10 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Betaine HCl 200 mg **
Ox Bile Extract (min. 45% Total Cholic Acids) 100 mg **
Papaya Fruit Powder 45 mg **
Pancreatin 11XSupplying: Amylase 37,000 USP UnitsProtease 37,000 USP UnitsLipase 2,960 USP Units 134 mg **
Bromelain (from Pineapple) (120 GDU) 40 mg **
Acid Stable Protease (Aspergillopepsin) (50 SAPU) 10 mg **
Papain (from Papaya) (100,000 FCC PU) 2 mg **
Cellulase (10 CU) 0.1 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Gelatin (Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for making capsules.

Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source) and Silicon Dioxide Generally_safe

They are used to improve the flow and processing of the supplement.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Protocol For Life Balance

Founded 2007 · Bloomingdale, IL, United States · 19 products · protocolforlife.com/

Certifications

1 certification
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
In House Testing — Verified Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules a good supplement?

Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules received a product quality score of 69/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 8 active ingredients Of the 3 inactive ingredients, 2 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Protocol For Life Balance, holds a brand trust score of 74/100 with 1 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections.

What are the ingredients in Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules?

Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules contains 8 active ingredients: Betaine HCl (200 mg), Ox Bile Extract (min. 45% Total Cholic Acids) (100 mg), Papaya Fruit Powder (45 mg), Pancreatin 11XSupplying: Amylase 37,000 USP UnitsProtease 37,000 USP UnitsLipase 2,960 USP Units (134 mg), Bromelain (from Pineapple) (120 GDU) (40 mg), Acid Stable Protease (Aspergillopepsin) (50 SAPU) (10 mg), and 2 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules safe to take?

Protocol For Life Balance Enzymes-HCl™, 120 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Protocol For Life Balance a trustworthy supplement brand?

Protocol For Life Balance receives a brand trust score of 74/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Bloomingdale, IL, United States, the company offers 19 products in their lineup. They hold 1 verified certifications including Fda Gmp Inspections. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. No regulatory violations or FDA warning letters were found in our research.

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