Name: Papaya Mint Chewable Digestive Enzyme Tablets - Nature's Sunshine
SKU: 485
Price: 20.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Contains papain enzyme from papaya fruit to support protein digestion and overall digestive comfort.
Features refreshing peppermint leaf and oil that naturally freshens breath while supporting digestive function.
Convenient chewable tablets with a pleasant taste make digestive support enjoyable and easy.
Dual-purpose formula serves as both a digestive aid and natural breath freshener.
Made with quality papaya fruit sourced from trusted partners with fair trade practices.

About Nature’s Sunshine Papaya Mint

Good digestion shouldn’t be complicated, and Nature’s Sunshine Papaya Mint makes supporting your digestive system both simple and enjoyable. This unique chewable supplement combines the natural power of papaya fruit with refreshing peppermint to create a dual-purpose formula that supports digestion while freshening your breath.

At the heart of this formula is papaya fruit, which contains papain—a powerful enzyme that helps break down proteins for better digestion. For centuries, people have recognized papaya’s digestive benefits, traditionally using papaya leaves to tenderize meats before cooking. This same principle works in your body, where papain helps break down dietary proteins into smaller, more easily absorbed components.

The addition of peppermint leaf and peppermint oil creates a refreshing experience that goes beyond digestion support. Peppermint has been valued for thousands of years for its ability to soothe the digestive system and provide a cooling, minty freshness. The aromatic compounds in peppermint help support healthy digestive function while naturally freshening breath.

The Power of Natural Enzymes

Digestive enzymes play a crucial role in breaking down the foods we eat into nutrients our bodies can absorb and use. When our natural enzyme production is insufficient or overwhelmed, we may experience digestive discomfort, bloating, or feelings of heaviness after meals. Papain, the enzyme found naturally in papaya fruit, specifically targets proteins, helping to break down tough protein fibers that might otherwise be difficult to digest.

What makes papain particularly valuable is its ability to function effectively across a wide range of pH levels in your digestive system. This means it can continue working as food moves through different stages of digestion, providing consistent support throughout the process.

Quality You Can Trust

Nature’s Sunshine sources its papaya fruit from trusted partners in India, where the tropical climate creates ideal growing conditions. This papaya is non-GMO verified, Kosher and Halal-certified, and never frozen to preserve its natural enzyme activity. The company maintains nearly two decades of partnership with their papaya suppliers, ensuring consistent quality through fair pricing agreements and social accountability standards.

Each chewable tablet is formulated to provide an optimal balance of papaya fruit and peppermint, creating a pleasant-tasting supplement that makes digestive support something to look forward to rather than endure. The chewable format also allows for better mixing with saliva, which can enhance the activation of digestive processes.

Recommended Usage

Chew 2 tablets with meals or as needed for digestive support and breath freshening. Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Tablets
Servings Per Container: 35
Amount Per 2 Tablets	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	5	**
Total Carbohydrate	2 g	1%**
Total Sugars	1 g	†
Proprietary Blend Papaya Fruit (Carica papaya) Peppermint Leaf (Mentha x piperita) Peppermint Aerial Parts Oil (Mentha x piperita)	715 mg †	**
**Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: Sorbitol, fructose, stearic acid, and silicon dioxide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is papain and how does it help with digestion?

Papain is a natural enzyme found exclusively in papaya fruit that breaks down proteins into smaller, more easily digestible components. This enzyme helps your body process dietary proteins more efficiently, which may reduce digestive discomfort and support overall digestive wellness.

Can I use Papaya Mint as a breath freshener without eating?

Yes, Papaya Mint can be used as a natural breath freshener thanks to its peppermint content. The refreshing mint provides immediate breath-freshening benefits while the papaya fruit offers ongoing digestive support when taken with or after meals.

When is the best time to take Papaya Mint?

For optimal digestive support, chew 2 tablets with meals or shortly after eating. The enzymes work best when there’s food present to help break down. You can also use them between meals as a breath freshener or for occasional digestive comfort.

Are there any side effects I should be aware of?

Papaya Mint is generally well-tolerated. However, excessive consumption may produce a laxative effect due to the sorbitol content. Start with the recommended dosage and adjust as needed. If you have allergies to papaya or mint, consult your healthcare provider before use.

Can children take Papaya Mint?

While the chewable format makes this product appealing to children, it’s formulated for adult use. For children’s digestive support, consider Nature’s Sunshine’s Children’s Whole Food Papayazyme, which is specifically formulated with appropriate dosages for younger users.

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