{"product_id":"life-choice-full-spectrum-digestive-enzymes-60-capsules","title":"Life Choice Full Spectrum Digestive Enzymes - 60 Capsules","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eACID MALTESE\u003c\/strong\u003e – Breaks down malt sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALPHA-AMYLASE – \u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks down starch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALPHA-GALACTOSIDASE – \u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks down complex carbohydrates, prevents intestinal gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEET ROOT –\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps the kidneys and liver to process the amino acid known as SAM-e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBROMELIAN –\u003c\/strong\u003e  Proteolytic enzyme from pineapple; breaks down proteins, reduces inflammation, and treats indigestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOS (Chicory root) –\u003c\/strong\u003e  Increases the flow of bile, supporting digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGLUCOMYLASE –\u003c\/strong\u003e Break down carbohydrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINVERTASE –\u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks down sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKALE –\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/150322.php\"\u003econstipation\u003c\/a\u003e promoting regularity and a healthy digestive tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-LYSINE (fermented)\u003c\/strong\u003e –  Supports the production of other proteins such as enzymes, antibodies and hormones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLACTASE –\u003c\/strong\u003e  Breaks down lactose in milk to make it possible for people with lactose intolerance to consume dairy without digestive problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIPASE –\u003c\/strong\u003e   Breaking down lipids (fats), in particular triglycerides, fat in the diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOX BILE –\u003c\/strong\u003e Bile helps digest the fats you eat, and aids in absorption of fat soluble vitamins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePANCREATIC ENZYMES – \u003c\/strong\u003e (Amylase, Lipase, Protease): Relieves symptoms of indigestion (eg, feeling of fullness, gas, bloating); helps the body to digest protein, starch, and fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAPAIN –\u003c\/strong\u003e From papaya, helps break down proteins such as meat, also decreases swelling and inflammation in the colon; useful for with Crohn’s or celiac disease and ulcers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePEPPERMINT –\u003c\/strong\u003e Aids in digestion, activates an anti-pain channel in the colon, (TRPM8), and reduces the pain linked to spicy foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePEPSIN –\u003c\/strong\u003e  Breaks down proteins found in meat, eggs, dairy and other foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROTEASE –\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0, 4.5, 6.0:  Breaks down the peptide bonds in the protein foods separating the various amino acids needed by the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROTEASE (I \u0026amp; II\u003c\/strong\u003e) – Breaks down proteins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigestive enzymes, as their name implies, help you break down food into smaller parts that can be absorbed, transported and utilized by every cell in your body. Digestion begins in your mouth, starting with saliva. As food passes into your stomach, proteins are worked on by various enzymes, mainly protease. From there, the food passes into your small intestine, (90% of digestion takes place in your small intestines) where lipase begins to break down fats, and amylase finishes off the carbohydrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnzyme deficiency results in poor digestion and poor nutrient absorption. This creates a variety of gastrointestinal symptoms, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCramping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlatulence and belching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/articles.mercola.com\/sites\/articles\/archive\/2009\/04\/25\/news-flash-acid-reflux-caused-by-too-little-acid-not-too-much.aspx\"\u003eHeartburn and acid reflux\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronic malabsorption can lead to a variety of illnesses. Think about it—if your body doesn’t have the basic nutritional building blocks it needs, your health and ability to recover from illness will be compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides breaking down food, enzymes (particularly the proteases) can help with gut healing, controlling pathogens, and immune support. Your immune system begins in your gut—and if you have enzyme and digestive issues, chances are your immune system isn’t functioning as well as it should be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Purity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43359875858467,"sku":null,"price":56.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0027\/0883\/files\/2A11BCE6-F2DE-48C4-A2A2-4D55B656542C.jpg?v=1784147134","url":"https:\/\/lighten-up-therapy-and-wellness.myshopify.com\/products\/life-choice-full-spectrum-digestive-enzymes-60-capsules","provider":"Lighten Up Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}