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According to the American Nutrition Association, 70 million people experience some form of digestive discomfort every day.
While persistent symptoms may be a sign of a deeper problem, most people have only occasional symptoms—including heartburn, indigestion, gas and bloating—which can be the result of eating certain foods, eating too quickly, and not chewing your food properly.
Over-the-counter antacids may seem like a quick and easy solution, but taking too many and taking them too often can cause serious side effects. Likewise, prescription proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can have severe health risks if taken for longer than intended.
Those looking for a safer, natural alternative to relieving occasional digestive discomfort may want to consider taking a digestive enzyme supplement with meals.
WHAT ARE DIGESTIVE ENZYMES AND HOW DO THEY WORK?
Digestive enzymes are proteins your body makes to help break down the food you eat into smaller, usable nutrients that are absorbed from the digestive tract and used throughout the body.Enzymes can also be found in raw, unprocessed foods. For example, raw fats, such as avocado, contain lipase to help break down fat.
Cooked, processed, milled and pasteurized foods contain no active enzymes, which meansyour body has to work harder to break down and absorb their nutrients. This may result in occasional gas, bloating or indigestion.
Supplemental active enzymes aid in digestion and can help prevent or reduce these issues, which means you can feel more comfortable eating your favorite foods or trying new foods.*
Check out these 10 Cool Facts about Enzymes!
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PROBIOTICS AND ENZYMES?
There are literally trillions of microscopic bacteria in the human body, primarily in the digestive tract. In addition to the beneficial microbes that work to keep you healthy and in balance, there are others that are harmful or neutral. Throughout life, it’s important to maintain a balanced gut, meaning greater numbers of good bacteria overall.
Probiotics are live microorganisms you can take to improve your health by adding to your good bacteria stores. Ingested as food or supplements, probiotics support digestive balance and healthy immune system function.*
In contrast, active enzymes are long chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds. They are produced by plants, animals and even fungi, and they accelerate chemical reactions in the body, including digestion.
Though different in many ways, enzymes and probiotics share some key digestive support connections. Fermented foods naturally contain both live probiotics and active digestive enzymes, and many strains of probiotics even produce enzymes within your digestive tract.*
Taken together, probiotic supplements and digestive enzymes support a balanced digestive system so you can stay healthy and feel your best.*
TRY THESE NEW DIGESTMORE ENZYMES AND ENJOY MORE OF THE FOODS YOU LOVE*
Renew Life® plant-based enzymes work in harmony with your digestive system to reduce occasional digestive discomforts and unlock the nutrient goodness found in your food.* As a result, you may feel lighter, brighter and more energized to take on the day.
DigestMore Dairy
Made with naturally derived enzymes, DigestMore Dairy is a plant-based formula that helps digest lactose and dairy.* Lactose is a sugar present in milk, and fewer than 40% of people in the world retain the ability to digest lactose after childhood. DigestMore Dairy also relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion.*
- Take with meals to help digest lactose and dairy*
- Supports the digestion of lactose*
- Relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion*
- Contains a blend of naturally derived, plant-based enzymes
- Digests 5X more lacto/dairy than DigestMore Ultra formula*
- Quality, purity and potency guaranteed through expiration
DigestMore Plant-Based Foods
Made with naturally derived enzymes, DigestMore Plant-Based Foods is a plant-based formula specially designed for vegetarian diets.
- Take with meals to enhance digestion and nutrient absorption*
- Ideal for vegetarian and vegan diets*
- Relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion*
- Contains a blend of naturally derived, plant-based enzymes
- Quality, purity and potency guaranteed through expiration
DigestMore Fats & Proteins
Made with naturally derived enzymes, DigestMore Fats & Proteins is ideal for high-fat and high-protein diets like the paleo diet. The plant-based formula to support the digestion of fats and proteins.* It also relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion.*
- Take with meals to support fat and protein digestion*
- Ideal for diets high in fats and proteins
- Relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion*
- Contains a blend of naturally derived, plant-based enzymes
- Digests 10X more fats than DigestMore*
- Quality, purity and potency guaranteed through expiration
When is the best time to take your enzymes? Check out our helpful blog to find out!
Occasional gas, bloating and indigestion will happen. When it does, reach for Renew Life DigestMore enzymes for Dairy, Plant-Based Foods and Fats & Proteins to help you enjoy more of the foods you love and still give your digestive system the TLC it deserves.*
