Capsules · 60 capsules · 60 servings · $0.83/serving
Pure Encapsulations DAO Enzyme provides diamine oxidase (DAO), the primary intestinal enzyme responsible for breaking down histamine from food. Formulated for individuals who may have reduced DAO activity, it supports the body's natural ability to metabolize dietary histamine in the gut. This product is particularly relevant for those who experience sensitivity after consuming histamine-rich foods like aged cheeses, fermented products, or wine.
Why It's Worth Considering: Pure Encapsulations uses a highly purified, porcine-derived DAO isolate in a clinically relevant dose, formulated without common allergens or unnecessary excipients, consistent with the brand's practitioner-grade standards.
Take immediately before or with the first bites of your meal. Enzymes need to be in the stomach when food arrives. Taking them after eating is less effective. For best results, take with every substantial meal — especially meals high in fat, protein, or hard-to-digest foods.
They serve different functions. Enzymes physically break down food into absorbable nutrients. Probiotics are living bacteria that optimize the gut microbiome, produce vitamins, and support immune function. Many gut issues benefit from both — especially after age 40 when natural enzyme production declines.
No. Digestive enzymes do not cause your body to produce fewer of its own enzymes. They supplement what your body is already making (or under-making). You can stop taking them anytime without withdrawal or rebound. If your symptoms return after stopping, it means you still need the support — not that you've become dependent.
Apotheca is analyzing ingredient interactions, stacking compatibility, and timing recommendations for Pure Encapsulations - DAO Enzyme. This data will be available soon.
† 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.
