The Extraordinary Function of Enzymes

Feb 15, 2011

Enzymes are energized protein molecules that play an important role in the chemical processes that take place within cells; they are vital for the digestion of food, brain stimulation, and assimilation of nutrients. Nutrients and enzymes work synergistically, acting as catalysts for every chemical reaction that takes place within the body.

The human body cannot absorb nutrients from foods unless digestive enzymes first break them down. The body is capable of producing digestive enzymes and secretes them along the GI tract to breakdown food and for nutrient absorption and assimilation. However, obtaining digestive enzymes from our diets, mostly from raw foods, is important in securing and preserving the body’s enzyme storage. The fewer enzymes the body needs to produce for digestion leaves more enzymes available to repair and rebuild tissue and to maintain a strong immune system. Many contributing factors in our world today may impair and deplete the body’s enzyme stores, as well as making it very difficult to acquire enzymes from our diets. These factors include the consumption of cooked and processed foods, pollution, poor soil, pesticides, pasteurization, illness, and stress.

Energetix offers several products jam-packed full of enzymes to assist with nutrient uptake and to support healthy digestion. Greening Power is an Energetix nutritional remedy formulated with 45 concentrated fruits, vegetables, digestive enzymes and herbal extracts. This “super-food” is loaded with naturally-occurring antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, and enzymes needed for optimal health. Catalyst-7 is formulated to provide a full-spectrum of digestive enzymes, synergistically combined with seven herbs to support healthy digestion and enhance nutrient uptake. The digestive enzymes in this formula are highly concentrated and assist in the breakdown of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. Catalyst-7’s sister- remedy, Catalyst-U, offers the same benefits of enzymes and herbs, but is a protease-free formula. Protease is the digestive enzyme that breaks down protein, so Catalyst-U is appropriate for those with ulcers or severe digestive issues.

For more information on enzymes and the vital role they play, tune in to Energetix’ live webinar Got Enzymes? featuring enzyme specialist, Dr Patricia Fitzgerald LAc, DHM,CCN on Wednesday, February 16, at 2:00 – 2:30 pm, EST.

Those who attend the full webinar will be entered into a drawing to win a signed copy of Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald’s best-selling book, The Detox Solution. Sign up today.