WHAT ARE THEY?

Digestive enzymes are like little helpers in our bodies that break down the food we eat into smaller pieces so our bodies can use them. Just like how we need to cut up our food into smaller bites before eating, digestive enzymes do the same thing inside our bodies.

 

When we eat food, our bodies produce different types of digestive enzymes. These enzymes have special jobs. For example, there are enzymes that break down carbohydrates (like bread and pasta), enzymes that break down proteins (like meat and beans), and enzymes that break down fats (like butter and oil).

 

Once the food is broken down into smaller pieces by the enzymes, our bodies can absorb the nutrients from the food. These nutrients give us energy and help our bodies grow and stay healthy.

 

Sometimes, our bodies may not make enough digestive enzymes, or we may have trouble digesting certain types of food. In those cases, we can take special supplements called digestive enzyme supplements to help our bodies break down the food better.

AILMENTS

Here are a few ailments caused because of problems that people have when their bodies lack digestive enzymes.

 

1.Pancreatic insufficiency: Some people's pancreas (a part of the tummy) doesn't make enough digestive enzymes. Taking digestive enzyme supplements can help them have enough enzymes to digest their food properly.

 

2. Lactose intolerance: Some people have trouble digesting a sugar called lactose, which is found in milk and dairy products. They don't have enough of the enzyme called lactase to break down lactose. Taking lactase enzyme supplements can help them digest lactose without feeling sick or having tummy troubles.

 

3. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI): Some people's pancreas doesn't make enough digestive enzymes, which can make it hard for them to digest food. Taking digestive enzyme supplements can help their tummies work better and digest food properly.

 

4. Cystic fibrosis: Some people have a condition called cystic fibrosis, which affects different parts of their bodies, including the pancreas. It can make it hard for their pancreas to make enough digestive enzymes. Taking digestive enzyme supplements can help them digest their food and get the nutrients they need.

Digestive enzymes supplements, in a nutshell are like little helpers that make sure our bodies can use the food we eat to stay healthy and strong!

THE WORK OF SPECIFIC DIGESTIVE ENZYMES

Vitalmends offers and carries a variety of dietary supplements, and specific digestive enzymes made by 21st Century   They are:

 

1. Digestive Enzymes: This supplement contains a blend of enzymes, including amylase, protease, lipase, and cellulase, to support the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and fibers.

 

2. Papaya Enzyme: These chewable tablets contain papaya enzyme (papain) along with other enzymes like amylase and protease. They are commonly used to aid digestion and relieve symptoms like bloating and indigestion.

 

3. Gluten Digestive Enzymes: This supplement is specifically formulated to support the digestion of gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It contains enzymes like DPP-IV (dipeptidyl peptidase IV) to help break down gluten more effectively.

 

4. Lactase Enzyme: These tablets are designed to assist individuals with lactose intolerance. Lactase is the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose, the sugar found in milk and dairy products. Taking lactase enzyme supplements can help digest lactose and prevent symptoms like bloating and diarrhea.

 

 

As always, it is always important to read the product labels, follow the recommended dosage, and consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen.