DigestSelect:
What is Digestion:
Digestion is the mechanical and chemical breaking down of food into smaller components, to a form that can be absorbed, for instance, by a blood stream. The process finishes with defecation. The food enters the mouth, being chewed by teeth, and broken down by the saliva containing the enzyme amylase (digests starch) from the glands. Then it travels down the oesophagus into the stomach. Acids, plus digestive enzymes, pepsin, break down most of the food. The food then goes to the small intestine, where other enzymes are activated to digest the remaining food ‘. The food then goes through your large intestine, and comes out as waste.[1] Digestion is a form of catabolism. In short, digestion is the process of conversion of complex substances into simpler ones for easy absorption and assimilation by the body.
Digestive Enzymes:
Enzymes are proteins that speed up the rate of chemical and biological reactions. A digestive enzyme supplement can assist the body to break down ingested food into vital proteins, fats, and carbohydrates to provide optimal nutrition for the body. As you age, reduced digestion can become a greater issue. When you are lacking enzymes, your body doesn't digest properly, and as a result, your body does not absorb the nutrients it needs. A digestive enzyme supplement will assist in healthy digestion. A lack of enzymes, along with poor digestion can lead to an overgrowth of parasites, food allergies, unbalanced gut bacteria, constipation, indigestion, gas and bloating and other health issues. Many nutritionists recommend that everyone over the age of thirty five take a daily digestive enzyme supplement.
Enzyme Deficiency Signs and Symptoms:
A lack of digestive enzymes can lead to digestive tract health and other general health problems.
DigestSelect is a digestive enzyme supplement that can assist people who are lacking digestive enzymes and who may suffer with:
• Heartburn
• Bloating and Flatulence
• Constipation
• Food allergies
• Parasites
• Bad bacteria
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS)
• Decreased energy
• Lowered immune response
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Inflammation
FAQ’s about DigestSelect
What is DigestSelect used for?
DigestSelect provides an animal-free source of digestive enzymes with probiotics to promote digestive health.
Why is proper digestion so important?
Digestion is the process by which food is broken down to be absorbed from the intestinal tract into the bloodstream. Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are broken down into their various constituents by digestion after which they are absorbed and used for promoting healthy bodily functions.
How can I ensure proper digestion?
Our eating habits and the types of foods we eat all influence the digestive process.
Chewing is the first step of digestion. Properly chewed food allows the digestive enzymes in the stomach the chance to completely digest the food for absorption.
Certain foods like pineapple and paw-paw encourage the release of digestive enzymes, thereby further stimulating digestion.
Fibre aids in preventing many digestive ailments such as colon cancer, constipation and hemorrhoids. Fibre also removes toxins from the body.
Eating smaller, more frequent meals rather than one large meal during the day, also aids the digestive process.
What will I notice if I am not digesting food correctly?
Incomplete digestion can result in one or more of the following:
· Food allergies
· Diarrhea/constipation
· Hemorrhoids
· Abdominal discomfort
· Bloatedness
· Indigestion
· Candida
· Spastic colon
· Nausea
· Headache and migraine
· Malnutrition.
What is DigestSelect?
DigestSelect provides a vegetarian source of digestive enzymes:
· Amylase – is needed for proper digestion of carbohydrates and starches
· Cellulase – is needed for the breakdown of plant cell walls and therefore promotes the digestion of raw fruits and vegetables.
· Lactase – is needed to breakdown lactose (found in dairy).
· Lipase – is needed to breakdown fats in the diet.
· Protease – is needed for the breakdown of proteins (found in meats)
The digestive benefits of these enzymes are further enhanced by the addition of probiotics in the form of Lactospore.
What do probiotics do?
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria found in the digestive tract. They are needed for proper digestion and also perform a number of useful functions, such as preventing the overgrowth of yeast and other pathogens, and synthesizing B-complex vitamins and vitamin K. It is advisable to use a probiotic during and after a coarse of antibiotics to ensure that the balance of beneficial bacteria is maintained at all times.
Why is Lactospore a good source of probiotics?
Lactospore Sporogenes contains a minimum of 50 million live spores. Lactospore Sporogenes contains patented Lactobacillus bacteria spores. These spores are resistant to heat and stomach acid; providing optimal growth in the intestines to benefit health. This ensures that the bacteria do not get broken down by high temperatures and acid in the stomach.
What do I need to be careful of when using DigestSelect?
If you are using blood thinning medication, like warfarin, use this product under the supervision of your healthcare practitioner. Also if you suffer from pancreatic problems.
If I am pregnant or breastfeeding can I use DigestSelect?
The safety of the ingredients during pregnancy has not yet been determined. It is therefore not advisable to use the product during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Can children use DigestSelect?
Children over the age of 13 years should use half the recommended dose.
Children under the age of 13 years should only use the product under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner.
What does DigestSelect contain?
