We are currently running a big clearance sale on Enzymedica supplements with discounts of up to 78% from RRPs, as we had the opportunity to take in a large amount of stock from the former UK distributor. Some of these products are short dated and a few have expired within the last month or so.
One customer recently asked whether it's safe to use a digestive enzyme supplement after its expiry date and whether it could make them ill like consuming food that was past it's 'sell by' date. It's a valid concern, and one we completely understand.
We’ve always been advised by enzyme manufacturers that digestive enzymes are safe to use after expiry, and that the dates printed on the packaging refer primarily to guaranteed potency, rather than safety. But to help give a clear explanation, we also put the question to ChatGPT. Here’s the response it gave:
Are Digestive Enzymes Still Safe After the Expiry Date?
Digestive enzyme supplements like Enzymedica Digest Gold are considered non-perishable, meaning they don’t spoil in the way that fresh food or dairy products do. While they are marked with an expiry or “best before” date, this date reflects the point at which the manufacturer can guarantee full potency — not safety. When stored properly in a cool, dry place, these supplements can remain safe to use for several months beyond their expiry date, though the enzyme activity may gradually decrease. This is different from perishable food items, which carry a “use by” date to indicate when they may become unsafe to consume. In contrast, digestive enzymes don’t suddenly go bad — they simply become less effective over time. If the capsules look, smell, or feel unusual, it’s best to replace them, but otherwise, continued use shortly after expiry is typically safe for most users.
Reassuringly, this matches our understanding and aligns with the guidance we’ve received from enzyme brands over the years. We also store all supplements in cool, dry, warehouse conditions to ensure they remain stable for as long as possible.
Of course, using supplements before their expiry date is always ideal — but after that point, any reduction in effectiveness is usually gradual. With the dramatically reduced prices we’re offering, we believe there’s still great value in these products, even if they’re slightly past their date..
