Enzyme nutrition is the art and science of using functional nutrition to achieve and maintain homeostasis and health in the body. It revolves around the essential concept that food isn’t just about basic nutrients, but about the enzymes that break down nutrients to be absorbed.
Enzyme nutrition is a dietary approach that focuses on the use of enzymes to support optimal digestion and overall health. Enzymes are proteins that play a crucial role in facilitating chemical reactions in the body, including the breakdown and absorption of food.
What is Enzyme Nutrition?
The principle behind enzyme nutrition is that many people have compromised digestive systems, leading to poor nutrient absorption and various health issues. This can be due to factors such as a highly-processed diet, chemical exposures, stress, age, or medical conditions.
Enzyme nutrition involves the use of digestive enzyme supplements. These supplements contain various enzymes, such as amylase, protease, and lipase, which help to break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, respectively. By taking these supplements before or with meals, the enzymes can help enhance digestion and nutrient absorption
Benefits Of Enzyme Nutrition
Reduced digestive stress
Holistic well-being
Relieve digestive symptoms and dysfunctions
Balance digestive health
Regulate bowel movements
Strengthen immune system
Microbial imbalance
Food sensitivities
Allergies
Heartburn
Gas and bloating
Diarrhea
Constipation
Enhanced Digestion
Improved Nutrient Absorption
Abdominal Pain
Headaches
Inflammation
Brain and body function
Your body is a machine that needs to be refueled with the right nutrients to function at its best.
Every cell in our body relies on enzymes. They are vital for:
Digestion: Breaking down food into absorbable nutrients.
Energy Production: Converting food into energy.
Absorption: Assisting in nutrient absorption.
Detoxification: Helping to cleanse the body of waste products.
Cellular Integrity: Keeping your cells strong to thrive in any environment and defend against viruses, bacteria, and parasites.
Why Enzymes Matter
Our food is not the same as it used to be. If we went back in time, food would be fresh and come from local farmers without additives such as preservatives and pesticides. These fresh foods were rich in essential enzymes and eaten within days after being pulled from the ground. Today, due to various factors, including food processing and extended shelf lives, the food we consume is often deficient in these crucial enzymes. This deficiency puts stress on our digestive system, leading to poor nutrient absorption and various digestive complaints. Loomis enzymes help bridge a gap in modern-day nutrition and health and wellness
Journey Health + Wellness Approach
At Journey Health + Wellness, we don’t just tell you about enzyme nutrition; we integrate its principles into our holistic approach to health. Our Digestive Professionals work diligently to:
Educate: Understand the foundational role of enzymes in your diet.
Personalize: Tailor recommendations to meet your unique needs and goals based on the Loomis System diagnostic urine test, medical history, current lifestyle, and relevant life stressors.
Support: Offering enzyme-rich supplements and food recommendations to bridge the nutritional gap. This also includes follow-ups to see how your digestive health is progressing.
With our enzyme nutrition plan, we aim to bring your body back to its natural rhythm. Restore balance, reduce digestive stress, and revitalize your health, one enzyme at a time. We are proud graduates of the Food Enzyme Institute and are fully Certifed by them as Digestive Professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If you are eating food that is steamed, microwaved, boiled, roasted, broiled, stewed, canned, or pasteurized, you need digestive enzymes. Enzymes are very heat-sensitive, which means the natural enzymes we get from our fresh organic foods become compromised easily. The lack of these enzymes makes your body work overtime to pick up the slack. This limits the nutrients being fed to your organs to function properly and complete the digestive process.
2018 Loomis Enzymes
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We believe in enzyme supplementation and its place within our daily eating routine.
