MIAMI LAKES, Fla.—Nutrition Formulators Inc. used a propriety tableting process, MeltEase, to develop a line of chewable, fast-melting digestive enzyme tablets. Digestive Enzyme supplements may help improve digestion, decrease gas and bloating, improve intestinal support, increase energy levels, and enhance the bioavailability of nutrients from the diet.
Retailers have a prime opportunity to help consumers in this category. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, 9.5 million people in the U.S. suffer from digestive problems, 60 million are thought to suffer from heart burn and 50 million from irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, it is estimated that 20 million people have stomach ulcers.