Digestive Enzyme | Complete Guide to Enzyme Support

Each day the body produces several thousands of enzymes. The body uses enzymes for all its chemical actions and reactions. A Digestive Enzyme is produced in the salivary glands of the mouth and in the stomach, pancreas, and small intestine. These enzymes are responsible for the digestion of nutrients as well as their absorption, transportation, metabolization, and elimination.

The body uses three main kinds of enzymes in the digestive process: Amylase enzymes break down starches and carbohydrates, protease enzymes break down proteins, and Lipase aids in fat digestion. Because enzymes are extremely sensitive to heat, many are harmed by modern food-processing methods like microwaving and pasteurization, which can render them ineffective.

When Digestive Enzyme activity is insufficient — whether due to genetics, illness, surgery, aging, or other factors — the body may struggle to properly break down food. This can lead to malabsorption, uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms, and difficulty obtaining essential nutrients from the diet.

This Digestive Enzyme formula contains all three principal groups of digestive enzymes — Amylase, protease, and Lipase — working together to promote the complete digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It features a 4:1 extract of Pancreatin that is equivalent to 1,300 mg of Pancreatin, providing a concentrated source of these essential enzymes.

Beyond the three primary enzyme groups, this formula also contains esterase, peptidase, nuclease, elastaste, collagenase, trypsin, and chymotrypsin. Trypsin and chymotrypsin are pancreatic endoproteases that boost the breakdown of dietary proteins into smaller, more easily absorbed particles. Together, these enzymes work synergistically to promote the complete digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids, supporting optimal nutrient absorption in the small intestine.

This product is gluten free.

This Digestive Enzyme formula may be helpful for individuals who experience digestive discomfort after meals, including symptoms such as bloating, gas, fullness, or irregular bowel patterns. Anyone who feels that their body may not be adequately breaking down the foods they eat — particularly meals high in fats, starches, or proteins — may find enzyme supplementation supportive.

An inadequate production of, or an excessive requirement for, pancreatic enzymes can occur for a variety of reasons including genetics, illness, surgery, injury, exercise, aging, and exposure to toxins. Individuals who frequently consume processed or cooked foods may also want to consider supplementation, as modern food-processing methods like microwaving and pasteurization can harm the enzymes naturally present in foods.

People with food sensitivities related to carbohydrate or fat maldigestion may also find this formula beneficial. Research suggests that Amylase supplementation may help reduce bloating and gas related to carbohydrate maldigestion, while Lipase supports improved fat digestion and may help reduce gastrointestinal symptoms in those with insufficient enzyme activity.

The recommended serving size is 3 capsules. Each bottle contains 50 capsules. For best results, take with meals to support the digestive process as the body breaks down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Because Digestive Enzyme activity occurs primarily within the gastrointestinal tract during the digestive process, timing supplementation with food intake helps ensure the enzymes are available when they are most needed.