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Tag: digestion
Enzymes vs. Probiotics: What are the Differences You Need to Know?
Are you frustrated with trying to figure out the differences between enzyme and probiotic supplements? And whether either really matters for gut health? Read More
What Your Doctor May Not Know About Enzymes
My doctoral education in the early 1980s included the first two years of medical school. I distinctly remember a lecturer in biochemistry stating that enzymes could not be taken orally... Read More
How to Choose an Enzyme Product for Your Digestive Needs
You’ve decided to try enzymes, but don’t know how to choose a product. Or maybe you’re already using an enzyme and not sure it’s the best one for your digestive issues. Read More
7 Questions You Should Ask Before Starting Enzymes
Enzymes can seem intimidating. But once you have answers to a handful of key questions, you should feel comfortable with giving enzymes a try.1. How do enzymes work?Enzymes are specialized proteins. Read More
The Truth About Raw Foods and Enzymes
Once in a while I get an email admonishing me for not emphasizing raw foods as a source of digestive enzymes. Read More
Fungal vs. animal-derived enzymes
Fungal enzymes perform nearly identical functions as their animal pancreatic counterparts. Read More
Polyphenols and Probiotics
Combining certain enzymes and probiotics promote a healthy microbiome.
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