Dr. Houston

Welcome to Dr. Houston's Corner. I understand that the subject of "enzymes" can be intimidating to some. This section of the site is intended to educate the lay public on enzymes and their uses. Having spent the better portion of my life researching enzymes gives me a great appreciation for their power and usefulness. I hope to instill that same appreciation in you.

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Increased Protein Digestion Reduces Food Allergenicity

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Food intake, considered a pleasure by most, also represents a health hazard in situations where metabolism is altered or if food proteins are recognized as harmful by the immune system.   In the latter case, IgG, IgE and IgA antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to the food “attack”.  The number of food-allergic patients is […] Continue Reading…