Enzymes are produced by living plants and animals.  They cause changes in other substances without changing themselves – enzymes act as catalysts.  In living plants, enzymes serve the metabolic function of building new tissue.  High temperatures can destroy enzymes, but they are rendered inert by low temperatures.  Fruit that has been refrigerated is an excellent example of a living plant containing inactive enzymes.  A peach bought at the supermarket may appear ripe; however, if it has been kept at low temperatures, it will be hard and tasteless or bitter.  After it has been warmed to room temperature for 24 to 48 hours, it will be softer and taste better – the enzymes contained in the peach have resumed the ripening and maturing process.

Living enzymes in the food we eat initiate the digestion of that food while it is in the stomach.  Much of the natural digestion of our food should occur in the stomach through the continued ripening and maturing process brought about by the enzymes necessary to digest (ripen) their constituent parts – carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Unfortunately, much of the food available in supermarkets has been refined or processed and contains few enzymes.  The body must make the needed digestive enzymes “from scratch when refined foods are eaten.”  This, of course, adds another stress factor that makes the body work harder than should be necessary.  On the other hand, whole-natural foods provide enzyme building blocks that the body can easily use.

Basically, you need more raw, nutrient-dense foods for your body to thrive.  However, your body adapts to processing the types of foods you regularly give it.  The sudden introduction of these different types of foods ­– raw fruits and vegetables – can cause quite a stir in the digestive system, leading to a lot of discomfort.  The more gradual introduction of cooked fruits and vegetables is key here.  Also, active digestive enzymes, like Alka•Pan® and Super•Digest® can play an important role in supporting an exhausted system to make you feel much more comfortable – digestively speaking!

Alka•Pan® is a powerful multi-enzyme formula that combines Pancreatin with other natural digestive enzymes, potent digestive extracts, and calming herbs that accelerate the efficiency of your digestive system while promoting stress relief.

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