Digestive Enzymes are biologically active compounds which our bodies are able to manufacture to enable our food to be properly digested ready for absorption. There are three main types found in our digestive system, proteases needed for the breakdown of protein, lipases for fat digestion and amylases for the breakdown of carbohydrates. Many foods also contain Digestive Enzymes, particularly fruit, vegetables and wholegrains, which is also of benefit to our digestion. Much of our modern foods however, due to processing and refining, have little or none of these enzymes left when we eat them. Foods which contain significant enzyme levels include pineapple which contains Bromelain and Papaya which contains Papain.
Our experts recommend digestive enzymes for the following disorders:
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Digestive enzyme supplements are often taken by people who have digestive disorders and malabsorption problems, to help the proper breakdown of their food and are therefore taken at each meal. Digestive enzymes from supplements if not completely used for digestion, are also absorbed along with the smaller particles of food. Once in the system they demonstrate anti-inflammatory action. These supplements are sometimes therefore used for reducing the inflammation and pain experienced in a variety of health disorders including arthritis, backache, sprains and strains.
Supplements vary considerably with regards to the range of enzymes they contain, the most common contain amylases, lipases and the protein digesting enzymes Bromelain and Papain. These are generally suitable for vegetarians. Other products that contain ox bile or pancreatin are obviously not vegetarian, but are also very useful.
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