The term "systemic enzyme support" describes an approach, in which enzyme products influence various regulatory and communication systems of the body, specifically the immune system. A balanced immune system is a prerequisite for the condition we all want: good health.

In order to ensure that the systemic effect of the enzyme therapy unfolds, active enzyme molecules must be available in the small intestine for absorption. In order to penetrate through the acidic environment of the stomach, enzyme tablets must be enteric-coated in order to reach their appropriate target.

Specific enzymes used in a formulation have effects on different functions in the body. In order to have a maximal effect, a combination of plant-based enzymes (bromelain and papain), with animal-based enzymes including trypsin and chymotrypsin is necessary.

Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Celebrex, Vioxx and the rest of the Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs all work by keeping the body from making all CIC's. This ignores the fact that some CIC’s are vital to life, like those that maintain the lining of the intestine and those that keep the kidneys functioning! Not to mention the fact that the NSAID’s, along with acetaminophen, are highly toxic to the liver. Every year 20,000 Americans die from these over the counter drugs and another 100,000 will wind up in the hospital with liver damage, kidney damage or bleeding intestines from the side effects of these drugs.

Systemic enzymes on the other hand are perfectly safe and free of dangerous side effects. They have no LD-50, or toxic dose. Best of all they can tell the difference between the good CIC’s and the bad ones because hydrolytic enzymes are lock and key mechanisms and their "teeth" will only fit over the bad CIC’s. So instead of preventing the creation of all CIC’s, systemic enzymes just “eat” the bad ones and in so doing lower inflammation everywhere. With that, pain is lowered also.

In order for the enzymes not to be destroyed, the tablet must be coated to allow the enzymes to reach the small intestine where they can be absorbed.





It is also very important to take enzyme tablets on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before meals. The enzymes have a better chance of absorption through the intestinal walls and ultimately into the blood.