A: Yes. The active ingredient in Phloe, Zyactinase, is 100% natural and derived entirely from kiwifruit. Extensive safety and toxicology testing has been conducted on Zyactinase. All the results show that Zyactinase is 100% safe in humans.

A: Zyactinase is the name for the 100% natural ingredient derived from kiwifruit that makes Phloe such an effective bowel health product. Put simply Zyactinase is a freeze dried powder derived entirely from kiwifruit using a special process which ensures the digestive and bowel health properties of the fruit are maintained. Zyactinase is completely natural and has not been chemically processed or enhanced in any way.

A: No. Phloe is not strictly a laxative. It is natural bowel health supplement that supports a regular and efficient bowel function. It has a very gentle mode of action which is one of the key benefits of taking the product. Phloe is safe to take long term and works naturally with the body to achieve its results. One of the best things about Phloe is that it has been shown in trials that it does not cause diarrhoea, cramping or spasms associated with some laxative products.

A: Yes. best results are acheived by using Phloe on a daily basis. Bowel health issues can come and go without notice - using Phloe long term will help avoid these episodes. There are no concerns with using Phloe long term such as cramping, spasms or diarrhoea. If you’ve been taking Phloe and you stop taking it, it is likely that over a period of time (a number of weeks but this will differ for different people) you will revert back to experiencing similar problems as before taking Phloe. The reason for this is that the effect of the prebiotic will wear off over time meaning that if you haven’t addressed the core reason for your problem in the first place, your system will return to the way it was before taking Phloe.

A: Yes. We have good evidence to show that Phloe Healthy Bowel can help those people who suffer from constipation dominant IBS along with the associated symptoms of bloating, flatulence and the feeling of fullness. We also have anecdotal evidence (through people who we know the product has worked for) that it can help with diarrhoea dominant IBS. As those who suffer from IBS will know, the condition can be diagnosed for a number of different reasons (or even misdiagnosed). It is very hard to say Phloe will help in all cases of IBS but it is our experience that it will certainly help for a number of IBS sufferers. If you suffer from IBS we would suggest you trial Phloe and monitor the result closely. You will be the best judge of whether it is helping or not. We would also reccomend you consult your health care professional if you have concerns about whether Phloe is right for you.

A: Yes. Phloe is a 100% natural* product made from kwifruit and is suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Up to 25% of all pregnant women suffer from constipation during and after pregnancy. Phloe is a proven and natural way to help manage this.

A: Yes. Phloe Healthy Bowel is very good for overall bowel and digestive health product. Even if you do not have any issues with regularity or other associated symptoms you can still benefit from the digestive properties of the enzymes and the long term microflora balancing benefits of the prebiotics.

A: A: Our production process makes the Zyactinase complex of enzymes, prebiotics and fibre more bio-available (more available for absorption into the body) than it would be when just eating kiwifruit. This process allows Zyactinase to survive the digestive process when the effect of eating regular kiwifruit will be reduced. You would have to eat a lot of Kiwifruit to get a similar effect.

A: Prebiotics are a special type of carbohydrate that acts as “food” or "fuel" for the good bacteria in your digestive system. Prebiotics help the good bacteria grow stronger and flourish in your system enabling a better balance of gut microflora. Having the right balance of these bacteria is extremely important for good long term bowel health.

A: Probiotics supplement the good bacteria in your digestive system. By taking a probiotic you are putting more good bacteria into your system in the hope that they will survive the conditions of the gut to help with the digestive process.

A: Approx 60mg per capsule.

A: No. During the clinical trials not one person showed any signs of diarrhoea. And anecdotal evidence also shows that at much larger doses than recommended, diarrhoea is not a problem. There is also some clinical evidence to show that Phloe is actually helpful with people suffering from diarrhoea caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

A: No. The trial results showed that the best thing about Phloe was the fact that people could get on with life normally without any unnecessary or embarrassing interruptions.

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Yes. Bowel health conditions are becoming more of a concern in children as they eat more processed foods and often lead less active lives. Phloe is suitable for use in children 3 yrs+. For children less than 3 yrs there is a school of thought that says an allergy to kiwifruit can develop with prolonged consumption of the fruit at a young age. This is an unproven statement but at Phloe we prefer to er of the side of caution. Some children (and adults) prefer to empty their Phloe capsules into a drink (water or juice). If doing so, we suggest avoiding milk based products as Phloe contains a protease enzyme which digests the proteins in milk causing it to curdle. Parental supervision is recommended for children, 3-8 yrs, when swallowing a capsule product, due to the possible risk of choking.

A: There is some evidence to show that a child’s immune system is still developing and can be hypersensitive to allergies at an early age. Although the risk is probably small we have erred on the side of caution to recommend that a child 3 yrs and below does not take Phloe. However, we believe this risk is very low, so if you would like to trial Phloe on a child less than 3 yrs then we suggest you check with your GP first. If you decide to use Phloe with a child less than 3 yrs the capsule can be emptied into food (e.g. baby food). However, it is advised that you do not mix Phloe with milk as Phloe is a protease enzyme and will break down the proteins in milk thereby curdling it. Phloe should also not be heated with food as this will deactivate the enzyme.

A: Every person’s body and metabolism is different and therefore different people will require different quantities of Phloe to help them. It is important to trial Phloe and find what works for you. We suggest that everyone takes 4 capsules a day for the first 4-5 days (2 in the morning and 2 in the evening). This ensures that you are taking enough Phloe from the out start. Most people only require 2 capsules a day ongoing. For best results long term use is reccomended. 

A: Phloe is safe for diabetics to consume. There is 330mg’s of natural fruit sugars per capsule. There is some evidence to show that Phloe may actually be beneficial for diabetics to take. However this requires further research to be proven.