You have trillions of cells in your body, and each of these cells contains thousands of enzymes 11.
Enzymes are “catalysts,” meaning that they increase the rate of chemical reactions in your cells. Your cells need enzymes to make energy, repair themselves, and build new cells.
Eat Your Enzymes
Your pancreas produces enzymes that not only help digest food, but affect your whole body.
For example, the enzymes trypsin and chymotrypsin are produced in your small intestine and pancreas, respectively. Research has found that these enzymes have incredible health-boosting effects. They fight infections and inflammation, and even have “anti-tumor” effects 12†.
Many health experts urge people to get enzymes from the food they eat, namely from raw uncooked fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Cooked foods are not rich sources of enzymes, and researchers say that when we eat enzyme-depleted cooked foods, our own enzyme reserves become depleted 14.
Another reason to get your enzymes from food is that your pancreas produces less as you age 13. More reason to eat enzyme-rich foods!
Foods that Contain Health-Boosting Enzymes
1. Pineapple
Pineapple contains the powerful anti-inflammatory enzyme bromelain.
This enzyme has been shown to reduce inflammation that causes sinus stuffiness, joint pain, and other nuisances 1. Many clinical studies have demonstrated bromelains powerful anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects 1†.
Bromelain can specifically reduce symptoms of inflammation in the gut†. Bromelain enzymes can act as “digestive aids in the breakdown of proteins” 2†.
Exclusive Bonus! Download the FREE report ‘How to Eliminate Bloating & Digestive Upset in 3 Steps’ by clicking here.
2. Oats
Lipase is an enzyme that helps break down fats. You can simply supplement with lipase to address deficiencies, but researchers have worried about this enzyme surviving exposure to stomach acid. There’s good news, however. Oats contain plenty of lipase that can survive strong stomach acid and make it into the intestine, where it’s valuable 3†.
3. Papaya
Papain, like bromelain, is a protein-digesting anti-inflammatory enzyme 4.
Research shows that papain improves symptoms of constipation and bloating 5†. Papain can have powerful anti-inflammatory effects throughout your body, in the “genitals, intestine, liver, and eye” 6†.
4. Banana
Bananas contain the amylase enzyme that helps break down starch. If you want energy—and everyone is looking for more of it these days—then you have to break down starch. Amylase will help break down starch into more simple sugar molecules so that they can be delivered into cells†.
5. Bee Pollen
There are “promising reports” that bee pollen has “antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticariogenic, antibacterial, antifungicidal, hepatoprotective, anti-atherosclerotic, immune enhancing potential” 7†.
It’s thought that the diverse enzyme content of bee pollen is partially responsible for its health benefits since these enzymes fight inflammation and improve digestion.
6. Kiwi Fruit
Kiwis contain the actinidin enzyme, which breaks down proteins that you eat 8. Researchers say that acitindin “can play a role in aiding the digestive process” because of this protein-digesting ability 8†.
7. Tempeh
Tempeh is made of fermented soybeans, and during the fermentation process, enzymes are generated that help digest the soybeans 9. So you can think of tempeh as already partially digested food.
The enzyme and probiotic content of tempeh work together to aid the digestive system.
8. Avocado
Similar to oats, avocados contain lipase.
If you consume lipase, it can reduce the uncomfortable fullness that results from digestive stress after high-fat meals 10†.
9. Sprouted Seeds
Sprouting involves soaking seeds in water overnight. Soaking them gets rid of the phytic acid in the seeds, a compound that impairs the absorption of minerals and enzymes from food.
Once the seeds are sprouted, they are ready to eat and unleash their enzyme power. Researchers have proved that sprouted seeds contain a lot of enzymes and that these enzymes could act as digestive aids in breaking down proteins 14.
You can sprout your own seeds or buy sprouted pumpkin and sunflower seeds from certain companies.
Do you suffer from excessive gas and bloating?
Are you sick of always feeling uncomfortable after eating?
If this sounds like you, there’s a high chance that you are lacking the specific enzymes needed to metabolize food correctly.
Luckily, the cause of these digestive issues can be easily remedied using safe, natural methods! And when you focus on reintroducing these enzymes - your body will learn how to tolerate food properly - completely eliminating excess bloating and gas!
Our top nutritionist Evan Burns shares his revolutionary strategies designed to banish excess bloating and gas. After incorporating them into your lifestyle, you can finally feel comfortable with your body again.
Click here to download the FREE report that shows you how to supercharge your metabolic enzymes and improve digestion!
