Which Supplement is Best? Papaya, Digestive, or Both?

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May 31, 2018🞄

Author: Dr. Cayla Iske, PhD

Updated: March 22, 2024

 

Pet parents often ask which digestive supplement is right for their pet.  Digestive Support?  Papaya Support?  Both?  The reality is that both of Natural Science Digestive Support and Papaya Support can work together to synergistically support digestive health in rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and other small pets.  Some pet parents may find that one of these supplements provides the right amount of support for their pet, while others may find that offering both products simultaneously provides an ideal level of digestive support.

Which is better for my pet: Natural Science Digestive Support, or Natural Science Papaya Support?

Natural Science Digestive Support is custom formulated for pets with GI sensitivity infection or a history of gastric problems. Key ingredients include chicory root, ginger root, and fenugreek seed.

Papaya Support promotes overall digestive health in small animals with the aid of ingredients such as papaya, pineapple, papain, bromelain, and timothy grass.

 

How is Papaya Support Different from Digestive Support?

Both Papaya Support and Digestive Support are designed to aid in the process of digestion and promote digestive tract function and health via natural ingredients.

Digestive Support utilizes plant-based herbal ingredients, while Papaya Support utilizes active plant-based enzymes which help break down proteins. Papaya Support looks different from our other hay-based supplements because the different physical format helps protect these important active enzymes. 

Papaya Support is highly palatable and a good option for pets struggling with GI issues and sensitivity to hair intake, as the proteolytic action of papain and bromelain help break up accumulations of hair and other materials within the GI tract.

 

How do I Choose Between Papaya or Digestive Support?

Natural Science Digestive Support and Papaya Support can work synergistically to support the digestive health of small pets when fed according to directions. With the input of your veterinarian, both Papaya and Digestive Support should be considered for your pet with digestive concerns.

Every animal and clinical situation is unique, and you may discover that Papaya or Digestive Support works better for your little one, while other pet parents may observe that offering both supplements at the same time is ideal for their individual. The choice between these supplements should be dictated by your animal’s specific needs and the input of your veterinarian.

 

It’s important for all pet parents to remember that no supplement is intended as a cure or stand-alone treatment for any specific illness or disease.  Always be sure to consult your veterinarian before adding supplements to your pet’s diet, and always follow specific product directions.

Happy Digestive Health to all of our furry friends!