MyoMend

Systemic Proteolytic Enzyme Blend for Muscle and Joint Function Most enzyme supplements on the shelf are digestive formulas: you take them with food, and they help you break down that meal. MyoMend is built for the opposite job. Taken on an empty stomach, proteolytic (protein-digesting) enzymes are absorbed and go to work systemically — in the muscle and connective tissue rather than in the gut. This category is often called systemic enzyme therapy, and it has a long clinical history in Europe and Japan for supporting recovery, mobility and comfortable movement. Why the delivery matters more than the label Enzymes are proteins, and proteins are vulnerable. Stomach acid denatures many of them before they get anywhere useful. Enzyme Science formulates with Thera-blend, a process that combines several strains of each enzyme with different pH optima, so activity is maintained across the range of conditions the capsule actually meets rather than only in a laboratory buffer. The capsules themselves are 100% vegetarian and contain no binders, fillers or excipients — what is on the panel is what is in the capsule. Measured by activity, not by weight This is the detail worth understanding before comparing MyoMend to anything else. Enzymes are catalysts, so their value is in how much work they do — not how much they weigh. A product listing "500 mg serrapeptase" tells you nothing about whether that material is active. MyoMend declares every enzyme in internationally recognised activity units (GDU, HUT, PU, SPU, FU, Baker), which is the standard used in food enzyme science and the only meaningful basis for comparison. When a competitor lists milligrams only, you cannot compare the two products at all. What each component contributes Serrapeptase (100,000 SPU) — a proteolytic enzyme originally isolated from bacteria in the silkworm gut. It is the ingredient most people come to this category for, and MyoMend supplies it at a high declared activity. Nattokinase blend with NSK-SD (700 FU) — derived from natto, traditionally fermented soybean. NSK-SD is the most researched nattokinase raw material available, standardised to fibrinolytic units. The finished product itself is soy-free. Bromelain (1,250 GDU) — a protease group from pineapple stem, one of the best studied plant enzymes for supporting normal recovery after physical exertion. Papain (3,500,000 PU) — a protease from papaya, frequently paired with bromelain in traditional systemic enzyme formulas. Protease Thera-blend (100,000 HUT) — a multi-strain protease complex that broadens the pH range over which the formula stays active. Catalase (100 Baker) — an antioxidant enzyme that acts on hydrogen peroxide, a by-product generated during hard physical work. Rutin (60 mg) — a citrus and buckwheat flavonoid included for its antioxidant contribution and its traditional pairing with proteolytic enzymes in European formulations. Where it fits Athletes and active people use MyoMend during heavy training blocks and competition periods, people managing the wear and tear of physical work, and those looking to support comfortable joint function and normal flexibility as part of a broader plan. People commonly take it in defined courses rather than continuously, and a practitioner often adjusts the dose. How it compares Single-ingredient serrapeptase and nattokinase products are widely available and inexpensive. MyoMend costs more because it is a combination formula at meaningful declared activities, using a branded, research-backed nattokinase source and a multi-strain protease process, in a capsule with nothing else added. If you have tried a low-cost single enzyme without much to show for it, the difference usually comes down to activity level and delivery. Research background These links let you read the underlying science yourself. They describe the ingredients in general, not this product. Acute protease supplementation and recovery across consecutive days of cycle racing — European Journal of Sport Science Bromelain overview — US National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health Nattokinase — review in Biomarker Insights, PubMed Serratiopeptidase in systemic enzyme therapy — literature review Supplement facts Serving size: 2 capsules. Servings per container: 30 (60 capsule bottle) Component Per 2 capsules Bromelain 1,250 GDU Protease Thera-blend 100,000 HUT Catalase 100 Baker Rutin 60 mg Papain 3,500,000 PU Serrapeptase 100,000 SPU Nattokinase blend with NSK-SD 700 FU Other ingredients: 100% vegetarian capsule (gellan gum, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, water). Allergen information: Contains sulphites. Free from gluten, wheat, dairy, casein, egg, soy, fish, shellfish, crustacean, tree nuts, sesame, artificial colours, flavours and fillers. Suitable for vegans. Kosher certified. Directions for use Take 2 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach — half an hour before a meal, or two hours after one. Higher intakes may be used under the direction of a health professional. Taking MyoMend with food directs the enzymes to digest that meal rather than be absorbed systemically, so timing away from food is the most important part of using this product correctly. Cautions Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet medication, have a bleeding disorder, or are scheduled for surgery or a dental procedure, consult your health professional before use — proteolytic and fibrinolytic enzymes may not be appropriate alongside these. Discontinue two weeks before any planned surgery unless advised otherwise. Consult your health professional before use if you have a medical condition or are taking prescription medication. Contains sulphites; not suitable for those with sulphite sensitivity. Discontinue and seek advice if an adverse reaction occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Always read the label and use as directed. Supplementary to a balanced diet. If symptoms persist, see your health professional. Storage Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Refrigeration is not required.