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Digestive Aids



What are Probiotics & Prebiotics? 

  • Lactobacillius organis
  • Bifidobacteria's strains
  • Bacillus strainsr
    • all three above are beneficial bacteria for the digestive tract
  •  Fructooligasaccharides (FOS)
    • helps the growth of beneficial friendly microorganisms

Enzymes:

  • Protease
    • breaks down protein
  • Amylase
    • breaks down sugars, starch, and carbs
  • Lipase
    • breaks down fats
  • Cellulase
    • breaks down cellulose, also known as plant fiber
  • Lactase
    • breaks down lactose (milk sugars)

Herbs & Plant Enzymes:

  • Pectinase
    • Breaks down pectin in fruits
  • Papain (Papaya)
    • Helps break down small and large proteins
  • Bromelain (Pineapple Stem)
    • Has anti-inflammatory properties and breaks down proteins
  • Chicory Root
    • Aids in digestive upset and increases bile flow
  • Psyllium Seed Root
    • Works as a laxative relieving constipation and helps with diarrhea by coating the intestine lining
  • Peppermint Leaf
    • Relieves stomach and bowl spasms, as well as gas
  •  Fennel Seed, Anise Root, Slippery Elm Bark & Marshmallow Root
    • Help soothe the stomach
  • Licorice Root
    • Tonic for the digestive system

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