Dr. Houston's Blog
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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Get the Most from Your Fruits and Veggies: Polyphenol Digestion
Don’t miss out on the protective compounds fruits and vegetables offer. Read More
Do You Need Betaine HCl?
That burning question: Are there times when adding hydrochloric acid may help? Read More
How Do I Take Enzymes Away From Home?
Q: Can I take enzymes at home before I go out to eat at a restaurant? Read More
How to Have Happier Holiday Digestion
The holidays are notorious for obliterating any kind of diet. The foods we eat for end-of-year gatherings are different from the rest of the year. Read More
Enzymes and Children
Tummy troubles? Children may benefit from enzymes as long as you follow a few guidelines. Read More
How Stress Gets to Your Gut
A recent review of the medical literature turned up an interesting paper on stress and its effects on the gut1. Stress can affect gastric secretion, gut motility, and mucosal... Read More
Exorphin Peptides from Food May Affect Cysteine Uptake
Restrictive dietary interventions such as the gluten-free and casein-free diets have shown to be helpful in improving intestinal balance as well as autoimmune and neurological issues. Read More