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ButyrEn

Allergy Research Group
4.7
(755 ratings)
Butyric acid 200 mg
Magnesium 170 mg
Calcium 180 mg
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Score 75.0

This product is identical in formulation to ButyrAid, providing butyric acid alongside calcium and magnesium. It targets general health, gut support, and bone health, offering a balanced supplement. The presence of magnesium oxide is a minor consideration for overall mineral bioavailability.

Quantity: 100 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (100 servings)
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Bone Health

Score 75.0

This product is identical in formulation to ButyrAid, providing butyric acid alongside calcium and magnesium. It targets general health, gut support, and bone health, offering a balanced supplement. The presence of magnesium oxide is a minor consideration for overall mineral bioavailability.

Analysis

ButyrEn by Allergy Research Group features the exact same ingredient profile as NutriCology's ButyrAid, providing butyric acid, an important short-chain fatty acid, along with calcium and magnesium. Butyric acid is well-regarded for its role in maintaining a healthy gut lining and supporting the gut microbiome, which can have ripple effects on inflammation, mood, and metabolism. The calcium and magnesium content further enhances bone health, muscle function, and energy levels. While calcium forms are generally absorbable, the reliance on magnesium oxide for a portion of the magnesium content means its systemic absorption might be less efficient compared to other forms. Nevertheless, the product offers a robust combination for targeted gut support and broader mineral benefits, all at a competitive price point, supported by positive user feedback.

Pros
  • Contains butyric acid, a vital short-chain fatty acid for supporting gut barrier integrity and colonocyte health.
  • Includes essential minerals Calcium and Magnesium, which are crucial for bone strength, muscle function, and numerous bodily processes.
  • Utilizes stable mineral salt forms of butyric acid, ensuring effective delivery.
  • Priced competitively, offering good value per serving.
Cons
  • A portion of the magnesium is supplied as Magnesium Oxide, a form with lower bioavailability compared to organic chelates, potentially limiting its full systemic impact.
  • Similar to its counterpart, the extensive list of claimed goals may not be directly or strongly supported by butyric acid alone, with its primary impact being on gut health.
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Ingredients
IngredientAmount per serving
Calcium (Calcium Phosphate, Calcium Butyrate) 180 mg
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide, Magnesium Butyrate) 170 mg
Butyric Acid (Magnesium Butyrate, Calcium Butyrate) 200 mg
Adults 18–50
Categories
Butyric acid 85.0
As a core component, butyric acid is provided in stable and effective mineral salt forms (magnesium butyrate and calcium butyrate), making this product a strong candidate for those specifically seeking butyrate for gut health benefits.
Calcium 75.0
The product provides sufficient calcium from calcium phosphate and calcium butyrate, forms that are generally well-absorbed and effective for contributing to daily calcium needs, particularly for bone health.
Magnesium 60.0
While magnesium is included, the presence of magnesium oxide, which has comparatively lower bioavailability, slightly detracts from its overall efficacy for rapid systemic absorption. Better-absorbed forms would enhance this aspect.
Goals
General Health 80.0
Providing a beneficial short-chain fatty acid for gut health alongside two crucial macrominerals (calcium and magnesium) offers broad support for numerous physiological systems, contributing significantly to overall health and vitality.
Bone Health 75.0
This product delivers both calcium and magnesium, foundational minerals for bone matrix formation and maintenance. The calcium forms, calcium phosphate and calcium butyrate, are effective for supporting bone health.
Heart Health 70.0
Calcium and magnesium are indispensable for proper cardiac function, including maintaining healthy blood pressure and regular heartbeats. Butyrate's potential systemic benefits may offer indirect support to cardiovascular well-being.
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