Gut & Protein Optimizer
250 mg Protease Blend + 1 Billion CFU / 30 Veggie Capsules / 1 Month Supply
GET MORE FROM YOUR HIGH-PROTEIN DIET
Protein drives your most essential body processes, from fueling metabolism to enabling muscle repair. But optimal absorption depends on a supportive, balanced digestive environment. When taken with protein-rich meals and snacks, our clinically validated probiotic and digestive enzyme blend helps your body absorb more of the protein you eat* and supports gut and whole body wellness.*
Specialized probiotic and enzyme blend helps break protein into amino acids for superior absorption at two hours.*^
- Supports Protein Digestion
- Helps Maintain Digestive Comfort
- Promotes Healthy Gut Flora
- Supports Nutrient Absorption
- Daily Digestive Enzyme & Probiotic Support
Summary
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container : 30
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Protease Enzyme Blend (Bacillus subtilis, Ananas comosus)
Proprietary Probiotic Blend
Saccharomyces boulardii (16mxg)
Lactobacillus acidophilus (16axg)
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus (18fx)
Bifidobacterium breve (19bx)
Amylase
† Daily Value (DV) not established.
Contains: Soy & Wheat.
No dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.
About Gut & Protein Optimizer
How it works
Protein drives your most essential body processes, but optimal absorption depends on a supportive, balanced digestive environment. Gut & Protein Optimizer pairs a 250 mg protease enzyme blend (87,500 HUT) from Bacillus subtilis and Ananas comosus, a unique blend of proteases that breaks down proteins into small peptides, with a 1 billion CFU proprietary probiotic blend of Saccharomyces boulardii, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium breve, plus amylase.* Taken with protein-rich meals and snacks, these clinically validated ingredients help the body absorb more of the protein you eat and support gut and whole body wellness.*
Who it's for
Adults who want to get more from their high-protein diet and support digestive health.* One vegetarian capsule with every protein meal or snack, no refrigeration required. Contains soy and wheat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gut & Protein Optimizer is a probiotic and digestive enzyme blend that helps you get more from your high-protein diet.* Each capsule combines a 250 mg protease enzyme blend (87,500 HUT) from Bacillus subtilis and Ananas comosus with a 1 billion CFU proprietary probiotic blend of Saccharomyces boulardii, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium breve, plus amylase.*
Its unique blend of proteases breaks down proteins into small peptides, and the probiotic and enzyme blend helps break protein into amino acids for superior absorption at two hours.* Taken with protein-rich meals and snacks, these clinically validated ingredients help the body absorb more of the protein you eat.*
Adults, take 1 capsule with every protein meal or snack, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional. Each bottle contains 30 vegetarian capsules. No refrigeration is needed; store in a cool, dry place.
Yes, the capsules are vegetarian and vegan, with no artificial colors or flavors. Please note that it contains soy and wheat, so it is not gluten-free. It contains no dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame. Always check the label for the complete allergen statement.
Adults who want to get more from a high-protein diet and support digestive health, along with gut and whole body wellness.* It can be used with other probiotic products; if you have a medical condition or take medication, check with your healthcare professional first.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Key Ingredients
- VEGETARIAN
- VEGAN
- NON-GMO
02 Proprietary Probiotic Blend
Benefits that get better with time
Your body starts absorbing and utilizing active ingredients. A consistent daily intake allows nutrient levels to build toward effective concentrations.
With steady levels established, the formula starts working with your body's natural processes. This is where quality ingredients and clinically relevant doses begin to show.
Compounding benefits take hold. Sustained, balanced support builds over time, and many customers report this is when they start to feel a noticeable difference.
Research & References
- Townsend J.R. et al. The Effect of ProHydrolase on the Amino Acid and Intramuscular Anabolic Signaling Response to Resistance Exercise in Trained Males. Sports (Basel). 2020;8(2):13. PMID 31978998. View study
- Ghannoum M.A. et al. Evaluation of Microbiome Alterations Following Consumption of BIOHM, a Novel Probiotic. Curr Issues Mol Biol. 2021;43(3):2135-2146. PMID 34940122. View study
- Retuerto M. et al. Probiotic supplementation of pea-derived protein alters the gut microbiome balance in favor of increased protein degradation, reflected in increased levels of essential amino acid in human plasma. Gastro Hepato: Open Access. 2023;14(4):93-103. View study
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Probiotics Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. View study
Why Jarrow Formulas
Science first, since 1977. For nearly five decades, Jarrow Formulas has formulated supplements around published science: the clinically studied ingredient forms, at the doses research actually used.
- Clinically studied ingredients. We use the specific branded forms found in published human research: GR-1 and RC-14 probiotic strains, Cognizin citicoline, StimuCal MCHA calcium, Kaneka ubiquinol, and more.*
- Bioavailable active forms. Your body shouldn't have to convert what it can absorb directly. That's why we use methylated B12 and folate instead of synthetic forms, and ubiquinol instead of standard Co-Q10 along with enhanced-absorption delivery systems.*
- Purity you can verify. Non-GMO ingredients, gluten-free and vegan options across the line, and quality controls like citrinin-avoidance fermentation and freeze-dried protein processing.
- Formulated to matter. Clinically relevant doses, strain-level identification on probiotics, and supplement facts that say exactly what is inside.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.















