Systemic Proteolytic Enzymes

Systemic Proteolytic

Enzymes

Other Names:

Peptidases, proteases, proteinases

What are Systemic Proteolytic Enzymes?

These enzymes are produced in the pancreas and stomach. They perform many critical functions in the body such as cell division, blood clotting, immune function and protein recycling; however they are best known for their role in the digestion of protein.

Pepsin, trypsin and chymotrypsin are the three main proteolytic enzymes and are naturally produced in the digestive system. They help to break down proteins like meat, eggs and fish into amino acids so the body can then properly absorb and digest these.

Health Benefits:

May decrease inflammation

Research suggests that these enzymes may be effective in reducing inflammation and symptoms related to inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. One study of rats found that when they were injected with proteolytic enzymes chymotrypsin, trypsin and serratiopeptidase, inflammation was reduced more than when taking aspirin.

Other studies have found that certain types of proteolytic enzymes could be safe and effective treatments for arthritis. Bromelain – another type of proteolytic enzyme – has been found to effectively reduce symptoms of pain, swelling and joint stiffness in people who suffer with this condition. Another study showed the combined supplement of bromelain and trypsin was as effective at reducing osteoarthritis-related pain as traditional anti-inflammatory drugs.

Could speed recovery and promote healing

Some research has found that these enzymes may decrease recovery time and encourage wounds to heal quickly. One study found that two types of proteolytic enzyme – papain and bromelain – accelerate wound healing and new tissue growth when applied directly to the skin. Another study found that supplementing with serrapeptase reduced swelling and intensity of pain in 24 people who had undergone dental surgery.May improve digestion

Proteolytic enzymes are commonly used to improve digestion and absorption of dietary protein. Those that lack in these types of enzymes could benefit from taking proteolytic enzyme supplements, as these would help to properly breakdown and digest dietary protein. Studies have found that people who suffer with indigestion experienced a significant improvement in bloating, abdominal pain, heartburn and loss of appetite when supplementing with the enzymes.

Typical Uses:

Papaya and pineapple and two of the best natural food sources for proteolytic enzymes, with papaya containing papain – a powerful enzyme used for thousands of years to tenderise meat – and pineapple containing bromelain – used for centuries by indigenous people to naturally treat a number of illnesses. You can also supplement proteolytic enzymes, we suggest taking 1 to 2 capsules per day of our Systemic Proteolytic Enzymes at least 1 hour before eating, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2852049/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC538506/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15278753/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21061910/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18272344/Other Names:

Peptidases, proteases, proteinases

What are Systemic Proteolytic Enzymes?

These enzymes are produced in the pancreas and stomach. They perform many critical functions in the body such as cell division, blood clotting, immune function and protein recycling; however they are best known for their role in the digestion of protein.

Pepsin, trypsin and chymotrypsin are the three main proteolytic enzymes and are naturally produced in the digestive system. They help to break down proteins like meat, eggs and fish into amino acids so the body can then properly absorb and digest these.

Health Benefits:

May decrease inflammation

Research suggests that these enzymes may be effective in reducing inflammation and symptoms related to inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis. One study of rats found that when they were injected with proteolytic enzymes chymotrypsin, trypsin and serratiopeptidase, inflammation was reduced more than when taking aspirin.

Other studies have found that certain types of proteolytic enzymes could be safe and effective treatments for arthritis. Bromelain – another type of proteolytic enzyme – has been found to effectively reduce symptoms of pain, swelling and joint stiffness in people who suffer with this condition. Another study showed the combined supplement of bromelain and trypsin was as effective at reducing osteoarthritis-related pain as traditional anti-inflammatory drugs.

Could speed recovery and promote healing

Some research has found that these enzymes may decrease recovery time and encourage wounds to heal quickly. One study found that two types of proteolytic enzyme – papain and bromelain – accelerate wound healing and new tissue growth when applied directly to the skin. Another study found that supplementing with serrapeptase reduced swelling and intensity of pain in 24 people who had undergone dental surgery.May improve digestion

Proteolytic enzymes are commonly used to improve digestion and absorption of dietary protein. Those that lack in these types of enzymes could benefit from taking proteolytic enzyme supplements, as these would help to properly breakdown and digest dietary protein. Studies have found that people who suffer with indigestion experienced a significant improvement in bloating, abdominal pain, heartburn and loss of appetite when supplementing with the enzymes.

Typical Uses:

Papaya and pineapple and two of the best natural food sources for proteolytic enzymes, with papaya containing papain – a powerful enzyme used for thousands of years to tenderise meat – and pineapple containing bromelain – used for centuries by indigenous people to naturally treat a number of illnesses. You can also supplement proteolytic enzymes, we suggest taking 1 to 2 capsules per day of our Systemic Proteolytic Enzymes at least 1 hour before eating, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/
articles/PMC2852049/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/
articles/PMC538506/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
15278753/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
21061910/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
18272344/