Evidence supporting the use of: Animal Tissue
For the health condition: Protein Digestion (poor)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Animal tissue extracts, particularly pancreatic tissue, have a well-established scientific basis for use in supporting or treating poor protein digestion. Pancreatic extracts, which contain proteolytic enzymes such as trypsin and chymotrypsin, have been used in enzyme replacement therapy for individuals with pancreatic insufficiency. This insufficiency can lead to impaired protein digestion. Products containing animal-derived digestive enzymes (often labeled as "pancreatin") are approved and regulated in many countries for the treatment of conditions like exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, and other disorders where the pancreas does not produce adequate enzymes.

Clinical studies have demonstrated that oral pancreatic enzyme supplements improve protein digestion and absorption, reduce symptoms such as steatorrhea, and improve nutritional status in affected patients. The use of animal tissue for this purpose is therefore supported by robust scientific evidence and clinical experience, although the evidence rating is moderate because most studies pertain specifically to diagnosed enzyme insufficiency rather than general digestive complaints. Nevertheless, the use of animal-derived enzymes to treat poor protein digestion in the context of documented deficiency is well-documented and forms the basis for medical enzyme replacement therapy.

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