In the last article, we discussed the definition of enzymes and how they go to work in our bodies. As a quick reminder, enzymes are: The special proteins in our bodies that “do the work” required for all of our internal processes. And each enzyme has a specific job to do whether it’s the digestion of a certain kind of food, the manufacture of a hormone, or keeping your blood clean and free of toxins.

To break it down even further, the three types of enzymes are:

Metabolic enzymes. These enzymes run our body’s chemistry and are involved in all body processes including breathing, thinking, talking, moving and immunity. They exist in our organs, bones, blood, and inside our cells; they are instrumental in the growth of new cells and maintenance of all tissue.

Pancreatic enzymes. These are “digestive” enzymes that are secreted mainly by the pancreas, but also in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine; they play a vital role in the digestion of food.

Plant enzymes. These enzymes, which are present in all raw plants, are essential in the proper digestion of food. Unlike pancreatic enzymes, plant enzymes work in the mouth and stomach where they predigest foods. Plant enzymes also operate in the small intestine, aiding pancreatic enzymes in continuing the digestive process.

In order for us not to use up our reserves of the naturally-occurring metabolic enzymes, we can supplement with plant enzymes to spare our bodies from depleting our precious metabolic enzymes. Remember in the last article, we talked about how our body’s natural supply of enzymes can also be depleted by things such as pesticides and chemicals, unsaturated and hydrogenated fats (trans fats), microwaved foods, amalgam dental fillings, and stress.

So, it’s important to stay on top of our health! And supplementing with plant enzymes can maximize digestion, absorption, and assimilation of food. These enzymes also help to keep the body in proper pH balance, reverse nutritional deficiency, and detoxify in a very gentle manner.

Of course, to create vibrant health, we must first establish a solid foundation which entails a healthy diet. The next step, then, is in taking plant enzymes to assure that our food gets broken down properly and transported to, and utilized by, the appropriate cells… leading to optimum wellness!

Your body thanks you for taking the time to read this article and making your health a priority! Stay tuned for Part 3 to continue to learn more about the importance of enzymes.

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In part two of this article, learn more about the three types of enzymes and how taking “plant enzymes” can help you stay healthy and feel your best.

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