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Swine flu shots are scarce, and getting a regular flu shot is becoming difficult as well, so people are now trying to figure out if there is a decent alternative out there.

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What Are Enzymes?

Enzymes are energized protein molecules found in all living cells. They catalyze and regulate all biochemical reactions that occur within the human body. They are also instrumental in digestion. They break down proteins, fats, carbohydrates and fiber making it possible to benefit from the nutrients found in those foods while removing the toxins. Enzymes turn the food we eat into energy and unlock this energy for use in the body. Their presence and strength can be determined by improved blood and immune system functions.

Types of Enzymes

There are three types of enzymes. Our bodies naturally produce two types, digestive and metabolic enzymes as they are needed, while food enzymes can only be consumed orally.

Metabolic Enzymes speed up the chemical reaction within the cells for detoxification and energy production. They enable us to see, hear, feel, move and think. Every organ, every tissue, and all 100 trillion cells in our body depend upon the reaction of metabolic enzymes and their energy factor. Metabolic enzymes are produced by every living cell. However, the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and other organs play a vital role in their production.

Digestive Enzymes are secreted along the digestive tract to break food down into nutrients and waste. This allows nutrients to be absorbed into the blood stream and the waste to be discarded. Human digestive enzymes include ptyalin, pepsin, trypsin, lipase, protease, and amylase. The body does not make cellulase, an enzyme necessary for proper digestion of fiber, so it must be introduced through the raw foods we eat.

Food Enzymes are introduced to the body through the raw foods we eat and through consumption of supplemental enzyme fortifiers. Raw foods naturally contain enzymes, providing a source of digestive enzymes when ingested. However, raw food manifests only enough enzymes to digest that particular food, not enough to have any support systemically. The cooking and processing of food destroys all of its enzymes. Since most of the foods we eat are cooked or processed in some way and since the raw foods we do eat contain only enough enzymes to process that particular food, our bodies must produce the majority of the digestive enzymes we require. For these reasons it is recommended that we supplement our diet with enzymes.

Everything You Need to Know About Enzymes:
A Simple Guide to Using Enzymes to Treat
Everything from Digestive Problems and
Allergies to Migraines and Arthritis
by Tom Bohager

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They say every dog has his day and today is Rascal’s day.  Rascal is one dog that cares about his nutrition!  You see, Rascal won’t eat his food without Enzymedica Pet Digest™  micro-encapsulated sprinkles added to his meal.  Don’t take our word for it, watch the video and get a little laugh too.

What is Pet Digest?

Pet Digest™ is a  digestive enzyme supplement for all mammals. Pet digestion can be improved by enzymes such as protease to digest protein, lipase to digest fats, and amylase for carbohydrate digestion which are imperative for proper health.

Why does your pet need enzymes?  Some veterinarians recommend a dietary supplement to help keep your pet healthy and to assist in strengthening the immune system.  For this reason we formulated  Pet Digest™ micro-encapsulated sprinkles to be an optimal nutrition boost for your pets diet. Studies have shown that animals, just like people, suffer from digestive issues when they eat a diet that is processed, cooked and devoid of essential nutrients and enzymes. Among other health issues, poor digestion can cause pets to suffer from constipation, diarrhea, itchy skin, and excess shedding.

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Adding the Pet Digest digestive enzyme formula, to your pet’s food not only promotes healthy absorption and digestion but may also strengthen their immune system. Enzymedica’s Pet Digest is an extensive enzyme formula which will help pets digest their foods more efficiently; absorbing all of the nutrients, while helping to reduce digestive distress. The Pet Digest formula is easy to use and comes in a convenient powder which is simply sprinkled on your pet’s food. Using the newest technology in microencapsulation, the powder maintains its stability even on wet food and does not interfere with the food’s taste.

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Some individuals have sensitivity to phenols, and experience difficulty digesting foods that contain them. While it may be possible to reduce one’s consumptions of the phenols found in food additives and such as colorants and flavorings, phenols are relatively omnipresent in all plant-based foods.

What are Phenols?

Phenol is an umbrella term for a sub-group of natural compounds that include, polyphenols, salycilates, flavanoids, catechins, anthocyanidins, and isoflavonoids, among thousands more. Phenols are also synthetically made and often appear as food flavorings and preservatives. In fact, phenols are so common that while it is possible to greatly reduce their intake, it is very difficult to completely eliminate them from the diet. Antioxidant rich foods often boast high amounts of phenols. Nutrient dense foods such as berries, apples, tomatoes, nuts, oranges, red grapes, as well as many other fruits and vegetables are all on the list of high phenol foods.

Phenol Sensitivity

For the general population these foods are important protective agents against degenerative diseases and should be consumed in abundance. But for some, normally healing foods can cause problems; a condition often referred to as phenol sensitivity.

It is thought that in some individuals phenolic compounds are unable to completely make their way through the metabolic cycle and cannot be completely broken down and detoxified, in essence becoming trapped in the body, leading to phenol overload. Phenol sensitivity can sometimes manifest in children with symptoms such as red ears, headache and hyperactivity, and in adults with lethargy and fatigue.

CarbGest for Phenol Digestion

CarbGest provides phenol-targeting enzymes such as xylanase to enhance the digestion of phenolic compounds in fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains, and food additives. CarbGest contains a phenol-targeting enzyme blend that can assist the body in the proper digestion of phenols. CarbGest is safe for children and can be opened and mixed with food when desired.

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Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk

Enzymedica’s own Director of Operations, Linda Kanjorski-Remer was in the Tampa-Bay Area last weekend participating in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk. On Friday Linda walked 23.8 miles, 21 miles on Saturday and the remaining 15.2 miles on Sunday. We are proud to announce that Linda finished #145 out of 1,400 people!

Linda was fortunate to meet some amazing people on her journey, and she returned to work with many exciting stories to tell. Linda frequently discussed the inspiration she felt while training for the walk, and reported feeling even more inspired after her walk. In a few days, the Enzymedica blog will be featuring an interview with Linda about her experience with the Susan G. Komen 3-day breast cancer walk.

Congratulations to Linda who finished the walk in honor of her mother, Patricia Pope-Kanjorski. We at Enzymedica are so proud of her for finishing, although none of us doubted that she would!

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