Ingredient Science
Learn about the quality ingredients & cutting-edge science behind every Enzymedica formula, from enzymes and gummies to fish oils and magnesium.
What is Lipase?
All enzymes are important, but when it comes to digestion, three main enzymes stand apart above the rest. These are amylase, which helps break down carbohydrates; protease, which helps breaks down proteins; and lipase, which helps break down fats.
popular category articles
What is the “Mother” in Apple Cider Vinegar?
If you’re staying up-to-date on health trends, you’ve likely heard of apple cider vinegar. But as any health guru will tell you, if you want the health benefits of apple cider vinegar, you have to purchase the right kind – that is, the kind with the mother.
Common Fillers and Excipients in Supplements
Supplement labels are required by law to list which vitamins and minerals they contain and in what quantities. But you’ll notice a section called “Other Ingredients” that do not have any quantities listed, or any indication what they do.
DPP-IV: What it is and how it Works
Are you on a gluten-free diet because you have been diagnosed with celiac disease or have negative reactions to gluten and feel better when eating a gluten-free diet? Despite all your hard work to avoid gluten, do you sometimes worry about cross-contamination or small amounts of gluten found in everyday products you may encounter? With promising research behind it, DPP-IV may be of interest to you.
Digest This
Find your digestive happiness! Get the scoop on every aspect of digestive health & wellness, from enzymes for food intolerances to occasional heartburn, regularity and the microbiome.^
Why You’re Not Going to the Bathroom Regularly — And What You Can Do About It
Occasional constipation is like a traffic jam in your gut, leading to gas, bloating, frustration and uncertainty, but you can do something about it. Learn what it means to be regular, and why you might deal with constipation now and again.*
How to Deal with Occasional Digestive Woes
If you feel like occasional stomach and GI issues are part of your DNA, keep reading. You’re not destined to be a “stomachache girlie” — learn how to deal with occasional digestive woes when they happen (and even before).*
popular category articles
How Your Body Uses Carbs and Fats for Energy
One of the timeless comparisons we are told growing up is that our body is like a machine. It needs fuel in order to power its daily functions. However, for a lot of people, that’s all they remember. What is the “fuel”? How does it power the “machine”? To put things in perspective: Carbohydrates, proteins and fats comprise 90% of the dry weight of the diet and 100% of its energy.1
Sources of Enzymes: Animal, Plant, Fungal
Enzymes accelerate biochemical reactions within our cells and affect every function of the body, from digestion to breathing by lowering the threshold of energy required for those reactions to take place.
Be Well
Find healthy lifestyle tips, goals & habits to help you live every day to the fullest, along with delicious, diet-specific recipes for your digestive happiness.
20 Science-Backed Tips and Tricks to Feel Confident and Empowered
Want to know the secret to feeling more confident and empowered? Fake it till you make it. Everyone has feelings of self-doubt or imposter syndrome pop up now and again. If you’re having a moment of feeling “less than,” read this blog.
40 Ideas for Self-Care Quickies, Every Day
It’s time to think of self-care differently. With this one simple trick, you always have time for yourself. Don’t miss our list of 40 ideas for self-care quickies you can squeeze into any day. Because there’s always time for a quickie!
popular category articles
Why Cheat Meals Cause Digestive Distress
Food is considered to be a form of healing.Physically it provides the nutrients we need for our bodily systems. In an emotional sense by providing comfort.
7-Day Gluten-Free Meal Plan for Kids
Eating gluten-free doesn’t have to be difficult, even with kids. Luckily, many healthy snacks and meals contain no gluten at all -- you can even find classic kids foods like crackers and cookies in gluten-free versions.
Enzymes for Joint Health
Research has shown that living an active lifestyle can be beneficial for your health, but there can be a downside. High impact, repetitive physical activity can be taxing on your joints. But did you know that enzymes supplements can help protect your joints?
Get Better
Great health starts with digestion – but there’s more to it! Read about whole-self health & wellness, from immune health to exercise recovery, cardiovascular support and more.^
7 Ways to Avoid Occasional Yeast Imbalances*
Occasional yeast imbalances are one of those annoyances that happen to women now and again.* Don’t let another one throw a wrench into your plans. Check out our quick list of ways to maintain your balance below the belt, to feel your best.*
Why Microbiome Support is the Foundation of a Healthy Mind and Body
When it comes to health, focus on covering your bases and building a strong foundation. Your microbiome is the epicenter of so many different pillars of health, from digestion to the nervous and immune systems.*
Enzymes – Help for Occasional Digestive Gas
You treated yourself to a delicious meal. Now comes the dreaded gas and bloating to ruin your after-meal bliss. Occasional after-meal gas and bloating are signs of a digestive issue, and digestive problems can be caused by a variety of reasons.
popular category articles
How to Get Probiotics If You’re Lactose Intolerant
If you struggle with lactose intolerance, know that you’re not alone. Experts say that as much as 65 percent of the human population loses some of their ability to digest lactose following infancy.
10 Signs and Symptoms of Lactose Intolerance
Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, the sugar in milk. Lactose is comprised of two sugar molecules: glucose and galactose. Lactose intolerant individuals have low activity of the…
20 Natural Ways to Manage Your Blood Sugar Levels
According to a recent survey, half of Americans suffer from high blood sugar.1 This can lead to all sorts of health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney and vision problems. While there are medications out there to help manage blood sugar levels, they often come with side effects, not to mention a high price tag.
