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Liga-Tend

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4.7
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(21 ratings)
Proline 250 mg
Papain 50 mg
Glycine 100 mg
Bromelain 125 mg
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Score73
A low-cost formula combines proline, vitamin C, minerals, and enzymes for connective-tissue support. Missing enzyme activity units, low glycine, and shark cartilage reduce quality and suitability.
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Quantity:100 Tablet(s) • (100 servings)
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Score 73

A low-cost formula combines proline, vitamin C, minerals, and enzymes for connective-tissue support. Missing enzyme activity units, low glycine, and shark cartilage reduce quality and suitability.
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$16.83($0.16 per serving)
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Analysis

One tablet supplies 250 mg proline, 100 mg glycine, 150 mg shark cartilage, 125 mg bromelain, 50 mg papain, and supporting vitamins and minerals. Proline reaches a meaningful supplemental amount, while vitamin C, zinc, and manganese support collagen-related pathways.

Bromelain and papain add enzyme activity, but their biological activity units are not listed and standard tablet delivery offers no acid protection. Glycine is too low for a focused dose, and shark cartilage is not suitable for vegetarian users.

One hundred servings and a low daily cost provide strong practical value. It fits users seeking a broad tendon or ligament blend who accept animal-derived cartilage and modest amino-acid doses.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a connective-tissue tablets
  • Users whose needs match the disclosed ingredient amounts
  • People who can screen ingredient-specific medication and tolerance concerns
Best for
  • Comparing form, dose, and practical value
  • Goal-aligned supplement selection
  • Users who prefer a connective-tissue tablets

Pros

  • Provides 250 mg proline
  • Includes vitamin C, zinc, and manganese
  • Adds bromelain and papain
  • One hundred low-cost servings

Cons

  • Only 100 mg glycine
  • No enzyme activity units
  • Contains shark cartilage
  • Papain source is not stated

Warnings

  • Shark cartilage may be unsuitable for people with seafood allergy and is not vegetarian
  • Bromelain may increase bleeding tendency with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines
  • Papain can trigger reactions in people with papaya or latex allergy

Nutrient quality

77 High impact

Proline and the supporting nutrients provide the strongest connective-tissue contribution. Enzyme activity is unquantified, while glycine and several other additions are modest.

Ingredient transparency

78 High impact

Listed active ingredients have specific weights and no proprietary blend hides their doses. Complete use directions and a full other-ingredients list are not included in the supplied facts.

Customer satisfaction

58 Moderate impact

The supplied average rating is strong, and the small review sample limits confidence. No detailed comments are provided to assess repeated complaints or whether experiences match the intended use.

Value for money

74 High impact

Meaningful core dosing and favorable recurring cost support good practical value. Incomplete form, activity, or use details remain the main value trade-off.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
 75 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 7.5 mg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
 100 mcg
Calcium (Calcium Carbonate)
 31 mg
Zinc (Zinc Picolinate)
 7.5 mg
Manganese (Manganese Citrate)
 3 mg
L-Proline
250 mg
Shark Cartilage
150 mg
Bromelain (Pineapple)
 125 mg
Glycine
100 mg
Papain
50 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Proline · 250 mg OverallScore87
A Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
Pure L-Proline and full amount disclosure make the formula well aligned with targeted proline use. The 250 mg serving is meaningful but falls below the higher-dose tier, while the tablet format may require more binders than a powder or liquid. Low cost relative to the proline delivered supports strong practical value.
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Papain · 50 mg OverallScore73
D+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

Papain is named as an isolated enzyme, but its botanical source and purification are not disclosed. The 50 mg serving reaches the standard digestive-enzyme tier. The low serving cost provides good enzyme value.

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Glycine · 100 mg OverallScore50
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

The tablet provides a small, clearly disclosed glycine amount alongside proline, vitamin C, enzymes, and cartilage. Hard-pressed delivery is impractical for high-dose use, and the label does not identify a purity grade or source. Companion ingredients support broader formula value, but shark cartilage makes the formula unsuitable for vegetarians and may concern people with seafood allergy.

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59 Performance

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75 Performance

Super Enzyme Caps

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75 Performance

Joint Health

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75 Budget

Chewable Papaya Enzymes

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72 Budget

Ultra Digestive Enzymes

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73 Budget

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78 Value

Super Digestaway

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<p>Super Digestaway balances formula quality and cost with papain, bromelain, pancreatin, bile, pepsin, betaine hydrochloride, ginger, and aloe. The broad formula balances cost and coverage, though animal-derived ingredients and missing activity units are trade-offs.</p>
72 Value

AfterMeals

Advanced Nutrition by Zahler
<p>AfterMeals balances formula quality and cost with papaya powder with 80 mg of bromelain complex and 50 mg of papain complex. The concise after-meal formula has favorable value, but active enzyme units are not stated.</p>
76 Value

Healthy Inflammation And Joint Support

Garden Of Life Wobenzym N
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