Colon Cleanse
Progressive Professional from Progressive Laboratories
Overview
The 'Colon Cleanse' supplement provides a mix of dietary fiber, Vitamin C, and several herbal ingredients with the aim of promoting digestive health. The product contains a 'Proprietary Fiber Blend,' which prevents the evaluation of individual ingredient dosages. Some ingredients like flaxseed and prune powder have evidence supporting digestive benefits, while the effectiveness and safety of 'Psyberloid Sr' is unknown. The overall effectiveness of this specific combination without disclosed ingredient amounts is uncertain.
The Good
Provides Dietary Fiber: The product contains 7g of dietary fiber per serving, which can contribute to improved bowel regularity for some users.
Contains Vitamin C: The product has Vitamin C at 30mg, which is 50% of the recommended Daily Value. Vitamin C may be effective in reducing the duration of a cold, but does not seem to reduce the frequency of colds in a population.
Includes Digestive Enzymes: The inclusion of Lipase, Protease, and Cellulase may support the digestion of fats, proteins, and plant-based fibers.
The Bad
Proprietary Blend Obscures Dosing: The amounts of individual ingredients within the 'Proprietary Fiber Blend' are not disclosed, making it impossible to assess whether the amounts of Psyberloid Sr, Flaxseed Meal, Fennel Seed, Licorice, Alfalfa, Peppermint, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Uva Ursi, Citrus Pectin, Guar Gum, Papain, Prune powder, Lipase, Protease and Cellulase are sufficient to exert a beneficial effect.
Potential Gastrointestinal Discomfort: Ingredients such as flaxseed meal and guar gum can cause bloating, gas, and abdominal cramps, especially with inadequate hydration.
Uva Ursi Safety Concerns: Uva Ursi contains arbutin, which metabolizes into hydroquinone. Long-term use of Uva Ursi is not recommended due to potential carcinogenic risks associated with hydroquinone.
Is it for you?
Best For: Individuals seeking digestive support, those with occasional constipation, general wellness
Skip If: You have a bowel obstruction, severe digestive conditions, or are pregnant/nursing without consulting a doctor.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin C
30 mgHow to Use
Mix powder with water or juice and consume. Start with a small dose and gradually increase as tolerated.
Daily
Morning or Evening
With water, away from other medications
Who Should Use This
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