5/10/2025
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 16 Researches
7.8
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 18 Reviews
7.8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
<1%*
Dietary Fiber
1 g
4%*
Total Sugars
<1 g
†
Apple Pectin Powder
1.4 g (1,400 mg)
†
Top Medical Research Studies
9
This study aimed to see if low-methoxyl pectin could help manage diarrhea in severely ill patients, particularly those with sepsis. We looked at how pectin affects stool consistency when added to a liquid diet in rats.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
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9
Probiotic paste aids diarrhea recovery
We investigated the effects of an oral probiotic paste designed for dogs with acute diarrhea in a well-structured study. Conducted across 14 veterinary clinics, our research found that dogs receiving the probiotic, which contained Enterococcus faecium, experienced significantly faster recovery from diarrhea compared to those receiving a placebo.
Specifically, the duration of diarrhea was shorter, and fewer dogs needed additional medical interventions. This suggests that probiotic treatment can effectively improve outcomes for dogs suffering from acute diarrhea.
Specifically, the duration of diarrhea was shorter, and fewer dogs needed additional medical interventions. This suggests that probiotic treatment can effectively improve outcomes for dogs suffering from acute diarrhea.
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9
We explored how various types of pectin in liquid diets could help prevent diarrhea in rats. Through our study, we observed that low-methoxy (LM) and very low-methoxy amidated pectin (VLMA) were effective in forming a gel that held water, resulting in normal feces.
Interestingly, when we removed pectin or calcium from the diets, the rats experienced looser stools and less colonic contraction. This suggests that these types of pectin not only help manage diarrhea but also stimulate the colon's natural movements.
Interestingly, when we removed pectin or calcium from the diets, the rats experienced looser stools and less colonic contraction. This suggests that these types of pectin not only help manage diarrhea but also stimulate the colon's natural movements.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Balance restored
45 people found this helpful
Truly a miracle. My husband suffers from microscopic colitis, and this product has finally got his system back in balance. For two years, he had daily diarrhoea, and this is the first product to effectively address the issue outside of prescription medication, which only helped temporarily. He plans to continue taking this for several more months at 3 times a day to see what happens. It has been a godsend, and I always trust the NOW brand for good reason.
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9
Prevents discomfort
1 people found this helpful
It is effective and helps me go to the bathroom after eating. There is no diarrhoea or discomfort.
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7.5
Gut regulation achieved
1 people found this helpful
During the usage period, with sufficient water intake, I experienced no constipation. Conversely, as someone prone to diarrhoea, pectin helped regulate my intestines, making my stomach more comfortable and noticeably reducing diarrhoea.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 16 Researches
7.8
- All Researches
9
This study aimed to see if low-methoxyl pectin could help manage diarrhea in severely ill patients, particularly those with sepsis. We looked at how pectin affects stool consistency when added to a liquid diet in rats.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
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9
We explored how enteral nutrition combined with pectin affects diarrhea among stroke patients. In a well-structured study, 60 patients were divided into two groups: one received enteral nutrition with probiotics and pectin, while the other received only probiotics.
Our findings showed that those who received pectin had fewer stools and better overall stool quality within just a few days. Additionally, improvements in nutritional indicators, like serum pre-albumin levels, were notable. This suggests that adding pectin can effectively manage nutritional diarrhea in stroke patients.
Our findings showed that those who received pectin had fewer stools and better overall stool quality within just a few days. Additionally, improvements in nutritional indicators, like serum pre-albumin levels, were notable. This suggests that adding pectin can effectively manage nutritional diarrhea in stroke patients.
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9
We explored how various types of pectin in liquid diets could help prevent diarrhea in rats. Through our study, we observed that low-methoxy (LM) and very low-methoxy amidated pectin (VLMA) were effective in forming a gel that held water, resulting in normal feces.
Interestingly, when we removed pectin or calcium from the diets, the rats experienced looser stools and less colonic contraction. This suggests that these types of pectin not only help manage diarrhea but also stimulate the colon's natural movements.
Interestingly, when we removed pectin or calcium from the diets, the rats experienced looser stools and less colonic contraction. This suggests that these types of pectin not only help manage diarrhea but also stimulate the colon's natural movements.
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9
We explored the effectiveness of the NC Gut Relief Formula, which includes pectin among other ingredients, in improving gastrointestinal symptoms in adults with digestive disorders. Over a 16-week study, participants reported significant reductions in symptoms like indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea.
Notably, the use of pectin contributed to normalized gut health, as evidenced by improved intestinal permeability and better gut microbiota. Most participants saw improvements in their overall well-being, including mood and energy levels, which highlights pectin's promising role in digestive health.
Notably, the use of pectin contributed to normalized gut health, as evidenced by improved intestinal permeability and better gut microbiota. Most participants saw improvements in their overall well-being, including mood and energy levels, which highlights pectin's promising role in digestive health.
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9
Probiotic paste aids diarrhea recovery
We investigated the effects of an oral probiotic paste designed for dogs with acute diarrhea in a well-structured study. Conducted across 14 veterinary clinics, our research found that dogs receiving the probiotic, which contained Enterococcus faecium, experienced significantly faster recovery from diarrhea compared to those receiving a placebo.
Specifically, the duration of diarrhea was shorter, and fewer dogs needed additional medical interventions. This suggests that probiotic treatment can effectively improve outcomes for dogs suffering from acute diarrhea.
Specifically, the duration of diarrhea was shorter, and fewer dogs needed additional medical interventions. This suggests that probiotic treatment can effectively improve outcomes for dogs suffering from acute diarrhea.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 18 Reviews
7.8
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Balance restored
45 people found this helpful
Truly a miracle. My husband suffers from microscopic colitis, and this product has finally got his system back in balance. For two years, he had daily diarrhoea, and this is the first product to effectively address the issue outside of prescription medication, which only helped temporarily. He plans to continue taking this for several more months at 3 times a day to see what happens. It has been a godsend, and I always trust the NOW brand for good reason.
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9
Prevents discomfort
1 people found this helpful
It is effective and helps me go to the bathroom after eating. There is no diarrhoea or discomfort.
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7.5
Gut regulation achieved
1 people found this helpful
During the usage period, with sufficient water intake, I experienced no constipation. Conversely, as someone prone to diarrhoea, pectin helped regulate my intestines, making my stomach more comfortable and noticeably reducing diarrhoea.
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9
Notable improvements seen
I have a sensitive stomach and greasy food typically triggers diarrhoea. After trying various probiotics with little effect, apple pectin has significantly improved my condition, and I shall continue its use.
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9
Reduces diarrhea frequency
Worth recommending! After eating a row, my stomach feels good, and I don’t experience frequent diarrhoea. Highly recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
7.5
Best for diarrhea
As the best form of fibre for me, modified citrus pectin helps with diarrhoea effectively. One capsule at night ensures everything is functioning well, while its properties include heavy metal removal, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria, and lowering cholesterol and sugar levels.
7.5
Significant improvement noted
1 people found this helpful
I take two capsules before dinner daily, which has significantly improved my gastrointestinal sensitivity. My diarrhoea has reduced, and I'm keen to continue taking it and monitoring my body's response.
7.5
Improved diarrhea issue
My mother and her friend purchased apple pectin to use with probiotics. After a few months of use, they noticed an improvement in their diarrhoea issues and will continue to buy it.
0
Caused diarrhoea
Hmm. I experienced diarrhoea when I consumed it.
9
Prevents discomfort
1 people found this helpful
It is effective and helps me go to the bathroom after eating. There is no diarrhoea or discomfort.
7.5
Gut regulation achieved
1 people found this helpful
During the usage period, with sufficient water intake, I experienced no constipation. Conversely, as someone prone to diarrhoea, pectin helped regulate my intestines, making my stomach more comfortable and noticeably reducing diarrhoea.
9
No more diarrhea
3 people found this helpful
I highly recommend this product as it effectively prevents diarrhoea, unlike many other products I've tried. It also helps with constipation.
8
We investigated whether pectin from comfrey roots could help manage diarrhea linked to ulcerative colitis caused by sodium dextran sulfate in mice. The results showed that comfrey root pectin alleviated symptoms such as weight loss and diarrhea by improving the intestinal barrier. It also led to better recovery of colon health by influencing certain immune markers and changing the gut microbiome positively. While pectin appears effective in this context, further research is needed to understand its full potential in humans.
8
Pectin complex treatment shows promise
We explored how treating mice with high hydrostatic pressure (HHP) complexes of cyanidin-3-glucoside and blueberry pectin affected diarrhea linked to ulcerative colitis.
Our findings revealed that these HHP-treated complexes notably reduced diarrhea and blood loss, while also improving colon health in affected mice.
The treatment worked by lowering inflammation markers and enhancing beneficial gut bacteria.
Overall, this study highlights a promising direction for blueberry pectin in managing intestinal issues like diarrhea in colitis.
Our findings revealed that these HHP-treated complexes notably reduced diarrhea and blood loss, while also improving colon health in affected mice.
The treatment worked by lowering inflammation markers and enhancing beneficial gut bacteria.
Overall, this study highlights a promising direction for blueberry pectin in managing intestinal issues like diarrhea in colitis.
9
This study aimed to see if low-methoxyl pectin could help manage diarrhea in severely ill patients, particularly those with sepsis. We looked at how pectin affects stool consistency when added to a liquid diet in rats.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
Our findings showed that a diet with low-methoxyl pectin resulted in fewer diarrhea episodes and less inflammation. The liquid diet with pectin improved stool texture and reduced inflammatory markers compared to the diet without fiber. Overall, we learned that pectin could be beneficial in managing diarrhea during critical illness.
7
We examined how pectin-containing liquid enteral nutrition (PCLEN) influences diarrhea in critically ill patients. By comparing 199 patients taking PCLEN with 199 on traditional liquid nutrition (TLEN), we found that PCLEN reduced the rate of diarrhea from 38.2% to 28.1%.
Additionally, it notably lowered the failure rates for enteral nutrition. Even when patients were on gastric acid inhibitors, PCLEN proved effective. Overall, our findings suggest that incorporating pectin might ease some common complications in critical care settings.
Additionally, it notably lowered the failure rates for enteral nutrition. Even when patients were on gastric acid inhibitors, PCLEN proved effective. Overall, our findings suggest that incorporating pectin might ease some common complications in critical care settings.
7
Fiber type affects diarrhea outcomes
We explored whether adding fiber to enteral nutrition can reduce diarrhea in hospitalized patients. After analyzing data from multiple randomized controlled trials, we found that fiber supplements do generally help decrease diarrhea. However, not all types of fiber were equally effective; while partially hydrolyzed guar gum and mixed soluble/insoluble fibers showed positive results, pectin did not have a significant impact. This suggests that fiber type matters when it comes to managing post-feeding diarrhea.
4
Pectin shows no significant benefit
We explored the effectiveness of various interventions for acute diarrhea in children, specifically looking at their ability to reduce diarrhea duration. Surprisingly, pectin and other certain treatments, like vitamin A and prebiotics, did not show significant benefits compared to placebo.
Most other interventions, including zinc and loperamide, proved effective, but loperamide also raised safety concerns. Our findings suggest that interventions like pectin may not be beneficial for treating diarrhea, highlighting the need to focus on those that show clear positive results.
Most other interventions, including zinc and loperamide, proved effective, but loperamide also raised safety concerns. Our findings suggest that interventions like pectin may not be beneficial for treating diarrhea, highlighting the need to focus on those that show clear positive results.
References
- Liu M, Fu J, Liu Y, Gou W, Yuan W, et al. Pectin from comfrey roots alleviate DSS-induced ulcerative colitis in mice through modulating the intestinal barrier. Int J Biol Macromol. 2024;282:137016. 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.137016
- Kagawa T, Yamaoka I. Intragastric infusion of a liquid diet with low-methoxyl pectin alleviates fecal inconsistency and local proinflammatory cytokine expression in lipopolysaccharide-septic rats. Nutrition. 2024;118:112271. 10.1016/j.nut.2023.112271
- Kaewdech A, Sripongpun P, Wetwittayakhlang P, Churuangsuk C. The effect of fiber supplementation on the prevention of diarrhea in hospitalized patients receiving enteral nutrition: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials with the GRADE assessment. Front Nutr. 2022;9:1008464. 10.3389/fnut.2022.1008464
- Hanes D, Nowinski B, Lamb JJ, Larson IA, McDonald D, et al. The gastrointestinal and microbiome impact of a resistant starch blend from potato, banana, and apple fibers: A randomized clinical trial using smart caps. Front Nutr. 2022;9:987216. 10.3389/fnut.2022.987216
- Shimizu K, Hirata H, Tokuhira N, Ueda A, Motooka D, et al. A case of massive refractory diarrhea in a patient with COVID-19. Acute Med Surg. 2022;9:e793. 10.1002/ams2.793
- Mao HZ, Xiong FT, Hu M, Fu Z. Effects of enteral nutrition semi-curing feeding on nutritional diarrhoea improvement in the patients with severe stroke. Bratisl Lek Listy. 2022;123:214. 10.4149/BLL_2022_035
- Tan C, Wang M, Kong Y, Wan M, Deng H, et al. Anti-inflammatory and intestinal microbiota modulation properties of high hydrostatic pressure treated cyanidin-3-glucoside and blueberry pectin complexes on dextran sodium sulfate-induced ulcerative colitis mice. Food Funct. 2022;13:4384. 10.1039/d1fo03376j
- Beukema M, Ishisono K, de Waard J, Faas MM, de Vos P, et al. Pectin limits epithelial barrier disruption by Citrobacter rodentium through anti-microbial effects. Food Funct. 2021;12:881. 10.1039/d0fo02605k
- Hino K, Miyatake S, Yamada F, Endo N, Akiyama R, et al. Undigested low-methoxy pectin prevents diarrhea and induces colonic contraction during liquid-diet feeding in rats. Nutrition. 2020;78:110804. 10.1016/j.nut.2020.110804
- Ried K, Travica N, Dorairaj R, Sali A. Herbal formula improves upper and lower gastrointestinal symptoms and gut health in Australian adults with digestive disorders. Nutr Res. 2020;76:37. 10.1016/j.nutres.2020.02.008
- Maruyama M, Goshi S, Kashima Y, Mizuhara A, Higashiguchi T. Clinical Effects of a Pectin-Containing Oligomeric Formula in Tube Feeding Patients: A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial. Nutr Clin Pract. 2020;35:464. 10.1002/ncp.10392
- Nakamura K, Inokuchi R, Fukushima K, Naraba H, Takahashi Y, et al. Pectin-containing liquid enteral nutrition for critical care: a historical control and propensity score matched study. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2019;28:57. 10.6133/apjcn.201903_28(1).0009
- Nixon SL, Rose L, Muller AT. Efficacy of an orally administered anti-diarrheal probiotic paste (Pro-Kolin Advanced) in dogs with acute diarrhea: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded clinical study. J Vet Intern Med. 2019;33:1286. 10.1111/jvim.15481
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- Kagawa T, Endo N, Ebisu G, Yamaoka I. Fecal imaging demonstrates that low-methoxyl pectin supplementation normalizes gastro-intestinal transit in mice given a liquid diet. Physiol Rep. 2018;6:e13662. 10.14814/phy2.13662
- Tabei I, Tsuchida S, Akashi T, Ookubo K, Hosoda S, et al. Effects of a novel method for enteral nutrition infusion involving a viscosity-regulating pectin solution: A multicenter randomized controlled trial. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2018;23:34. 10.1016/j.clnesp.2017.11.005
