Dr. Houston's Blog
How to get the most from polyphenols in fruits and veggies
We all know that vegetables and fruits are good sources of fiber, natural sugars, vitamins, and minerals. Read More
Goodbye, gallbladder. Hello, enzymes.
A few years ago, I had my gallbladder removed, an experience shared by a great many people. Approximately 500,000 gallbladder surgeries are performed in the U.S. Read More
How much and how often? Enzyme tips for best results
If you’ve ever questioned how much enzyme to take, as well as how often – you aren’t alone. Read More
Should you take HCl (Hydrochloric acid)?
My anatomy professor in college amazed us naive students one day by drinking a glass of diluted hydrochloric acid (HCl), also known as betaine. Read More
How Enzymes Knock Down Food Intolerances
Does eating a good meal sometimes result in not-so-good digestion for you? Read More
How to Get the Most Benefit from Digestive Enzymes
You’re probably here because you realize the importance of a well-maintained gastrointestinal tract and you want effective supplements that support gut health. Read More
How Enzymes Can Help with the Ketogenic Diet
Imagine a diet that allows you to eat bacon, eggs, butter, steak, and cheese to your heart’s content, and you still lose weight. Sounds like a cruel joke, right?Actually, it’s not. 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 Support the Digestion of Gluten
As interest in gluten-free diets continues to grow, so do alternative ways of addressing gluten digestion. Gluten, the main protein in grains such as wheat and barley, is a difficult protein... Read More