Protease is a natural plant enzyme that helps
break down proteins into amino acids. As we
age, our bodies tend to produce fewer enzymes
and supplementation becomes especially
beneficial. If there is a deficiency of
protease, dietary proteins can remain
undigested. This malabsorption of nutrients
can contribute to chronic health conditions.
In addition, protease promotes increased
flexibility of red blood cells, improving
circulatory blood flow. Protein digesting
enzymes can actually counteract parasites,
viruses and other organisms. Protease
increases the activity of the immune system's
macrophages and natural killer cells.
The partial base of beet root fiber helps
stabilize the enzymes. The partial base of
Bentonite provides a "plant-sourced" trace
mineral concentrate. This is helpful because
enzymes often require minerals to become
active.
If also using Immune Stimulator, take Protease
Plus at least an hour apart.
Research: In a double-blind study,
encapsulated pancreatic enzymes were shown to
reduce gas, bloating, and fullness after a
high-fat meal.1 Also, allergies may
be triggered by partially undigested protein.
Proteolytic enzymes may reduce allergy
symptoms by further breaking down undigested
protein to sizes that are too small to cause
allergic reactions.2
(1) Suarez F, Levitt MD, Adshead J, Barkin JS
Dig Dis Sci 1999;44:1317-21.
(2) Oelgoetz AW, Oelgoetz PA, Wittenkind J.
Am J Dig Dis Nutr 1935;2:422-6.
