Are Enzymes Safe for Kids?

See what Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Doron Kahana says about his experience implementing Innerzyme into his practice. http://www.innerzyme.com/DrKahana.html

 

"Hi, my name is Dr. Doron Kahana and I am a Board Certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist with an additional Board Certification in Clinical Nutrition. After completing my training in Chicago, Israel, Minnesota and UCLA, I was on faculty at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where I directed a specialty clinic for patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).  I currently serve as the Medical Director at the Center for Digestive Health & Nutritional Excellence (CDHNE), a clinic in Torrance, California, that focuses on integrating medical nutrition with conventional therapy for GI disease.  Seven months ago I was introduced to Innerzyme..."  

Differences Between Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics | Why Gastroenterologist Dr. Doron Kahana Recommends Innerzyme

What are the differences between Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics?

Digestive enzymes and probiotics both work to support proper digestive health but in different ways. Digestive enzymes work directly with the food a person consumes to break down carbohydrates, fats and protein into small substrates that can be properly absorbed and nutrients utilized by the body for energy throughout the day.  Enzymes are naturally produced by the body, however, as a person ages, they can become deficient which can create inflammation and stress on the body starting in the gastrointestinal tract. Probiotics are live bacteria that assist with balancing the "flora" digestive tract, improving vitamin absorption and may help reduce lactose intolerance.  Probiotics can take up to a few months to get into your system and for a person to be able to determine whether or not they are working properly.  Probiotics do not break down food but rather work to create a state of balance in a person's digestive tract.  Since digestive enzymes work directly with the food a person eats, when taken with a meal, they begin to break down right away and many people report feeling a difference after adding enzymes to 1 or 2 meals, especially those who are in tune with their body.

Consuming inflammatory foods such as dairy, sugar, red meat, refined grains and processed foods can cause stress on the gut and lead to many GI issues. Adding digestive enzymes to your daily regimen will give your body the support it needs to break down food properly and reduce inflammation starting in the gut. Food can only be utilized for energy if it is broken down into small enough substrates to be absorbed in the blood stream.

According to the National Institute of Health, 60 to 70 million people in America suffer from some type of digestive disorder.  People who suffer from poor digestive health are commonly linked to: Low energy, excessive gas, poor skin health, joint pain and discomfort, bloat following meals, weight gain, weak immune system, heartburn and headaches. 

See what Dr. Doron Kahana says about his experience implementing digestive enzymes into his practice.

"Hi, my name is Dr. Doron Kahana and I am a Board Certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist with an additional Board Certification in Clinical Nutrition. After completing my training in Chicago, Israel, Minnesota and UCLA, I was on faculty at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where I directed a specialty clinic for patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).  I currently serve as the Medical Director at the Center for Digestive Health & Nutritional Excellence (CDHNE), a clinic in Torrance, California, that focuses on integrating medical nutrition with conventional therapy for GI disease.  

Seven months ago I was introduced to Innerzyme, a line of natural enzyme supplements from a local nutraceutical company, founded and directed by Katie Jodscheidt.  I had previously prescribed pharmaceutical-grade enzymes, such as lipases and pancreases, as well as over-the-counter enzymes, but my experience with Innerzyme has superceded my previous ones.  I first implemented Innerzyme’s Digestive Enzyme Complex and Papaya Enzyme Chewable into my practice and patients reported that it was easy to administer with a very quick rate of onset and symptom relief.  I have since also started incorporating Innerzyme’s Pain & Inflammation Blend with similar results. 

I honestly think that Innerzyme’s product is superior to most other enzymes available on the market.  It is natural, easy to administer, quick in onset, and yields great results for patients with a large gamut of clinical conditions, from indigestion and reflux, to bloating, gassiness, and diarrhea.  I have given out many samples and quite often patients return reporting significant benefit and ask to purchase the product.  The price is very reasonable and comparable to similar products on the market, but I trust Innerzyme after having had the chance to discuss the manufacturing process with Katie and after seeing the significant benefit to my patients, beyond that of other, generic digestive enzymes.

 

As a Pediatrician, I often prescribe dietary modification for nursing moms whose children present with colic, reflux, eczema, and sometimes frank bloody stools.  Allergic proctitis in infancy is not uncommon and current standard therapy is to switch formula to a “hydrolyzed” or pre-digested formula.  I have added Innerzyme to mom’s regimen and have observed a significant improvement in the nursing child’s clinical symptoms.  It makes sense, since extensive digestion reduces the antigenicity of food and may thus help with symptom relief, from reflux and colic to eczema, which is an immune-mediated disease. 

 

Digestive enzymes may indeed represent a paradigm shift in the care of gastrointestinal issues, from peptic disease and functional dyspepsia to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, food sensitivity, and malabsorption.  My ultimate goal is to “graduate” my patients to complete wellness through specialized care and education.  Since adding Innerzyme into my practice, I am very pleased to see improved results in my graduation rates.  

 

 I highly recommend Innerzyme and feel it is a great addition to my clinical practice."

Learn more about the benefits of Innerzyme's Digestive Enzyme Complex, visit:

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The Secret to Successful Health & Fitness Resolutions in 2015

Katie Jodscheidt, CPT - NASM
Founder of Innerzyme

When January rolls around each year, people get excited about a fresh start, a clean slate to work with.  After over-indulging in holiday meals and sweets, many reach the point of saying enough is enough by the end of December.  Just in time to make their New Year’s Resolutions.  Statistics show that about 45-62% of people make resolutions each year, with weight loss and getting into shape being top on the list.  However, statistics also show that only about 8% of people are successful in achieving their resolutions.  So why is that? How can you avoid becoming another statistic?  The answer, make it a lifestyle, not a diet.  Many people have no idea how good their body is designed to feel.

When a person shifts their mindset from diet to lifestyle, working out, eating right and proper nutritional supplementation becomes habit rather than a chore.  Instead of waiting for a problem and reacting to it, more time should be spent focusing on preventative health.  Diseases and illnesses do not develop overnight but rather over years.  Many times, the early warning markers are present but ignored until it actually becomes a problem.  Believe it or not, pain is actually the last indicator that there is a problem.

Living a healthy lifestyle means there is no end date, no shortcuts, no easy button.  Want to know the real secret?  Hard work and holding oneself accountable. “People often say that motivation doesn’t last.  Well, neither does bathing.  That’s why we recommend it daily” (Zig Ziglar).  When setting a goal or making a resolution for yourself, it is important to make sure the goal is realistic and attainable.  Many people have heard the saying, “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” yet so many fall into the trap of yo-yo dieting or trendy weight loss fads. 

To get results, a person must make healthy choices that fit into their lifestyle.  Portion control and moderation are very important! If you are a big eater who is used to sitting down to three large, high calorie meals, and all of a sudden you make a decision to just eat a protein bar three times a day, hopefully you see the red flags that this won’t last.  How about the lose 20 pounds in a week and eat what you want, also, red flags!  Many people do not want to hear it but true weight loss and healthy living takes time, a lifetime.

Believe it or not, many people suffer from weight management issues because they are under eating.  If a person wants to keep their metabolism up, try implementing 5-6 small meals throughout the day.  Do not get discouraged because anything worth doing takes time.  Try to eliminate any excuses by setting yourself up for success, and remember slow progress is still progress.

We live in a fast-paced world of instant gratification, a one pill fix, got to have it now mentality.  This might be why the resolution success rate is only at 8%.  While the resolution success rate is dropping, obesity rates are rising.  Obesity is becoming an epidemic and health issues are on the rise.  According to the article, "Obesity Linked to Increased Death Risks" by Sean Patterson, "Obesity has already been tied to a wide range of health problems, including cognitive decline.” 

Proper weight management begins with your food intake and the body’s ability to properly break down the fats, carbohydrates and proteins into substrates the body could use for energy.  Improving your overall health involves changing your lifestyle, not just diet.  There are three key factors:  Exercise, Food Intake (Diet), and Nutritional Supplementation.

Although getting the natural nutrients from raw food is ideal, many people do not consume a raw food diet so they lack the enzymes needed to ensure fats, carbohydrates and proteins are efficiently broken down and nutrients absorbed.  This is where enzymes come into play.  Supplementing your diet with digestive enzymes, like Innerzyme’s Digestive Enzyme Complex, allows you to reduce the stress placed on the stomach from processed foods and meals high in fat, sodium and calories.  Enzymes are a vital element in the human body.  When taking digestive enzymes with a meal, your body has the ability to break down the food into small substrates that can be utilized for energy production throughout the day.

If you experience gas, bloating or occasional heartburn following meals then your body is not properly breaking down the foods you are eating.  When foods are not broken down small enough to digest, they become toxic in the body.  Implementing a well-balanced digestive enzyme complex before a meal will provide the support you need to naturally relieve these uncomfortable symptoms caused by undigested or partially digested foods.

According to the National Institute of Health, 60 to 70 million people in America suffer from some type of digestive disorder.  People who suffer from poor digestive health are commonly linked to low energy, excessive gas, poor skin health, joint pain and discomfort, weight gain, weak immune system, headaches, heartburn and bloating following meals.

So what is the secret to success when it comes to your New Year’s Resolutions in 2015?  Make it a Lifestyle, Not a Diet.  Make a commitment to your health this year by focusing on regular exercise, well-balanced meals and nutritional supplementation.

See how Innerzyme founder Katie Jodscheidt makes exercise, balanced eating and enzyme supplementation part of her daily regimen in her blog: "Naturally Fit - It's a Lifestyle, Not a Diet."  Get an in depth look at Katie’s training, meals and supplement intake on a daily basis.

For more information about Innerzyme and healthy lifestyle tips, visit: www.innerzyme.com

References:

Clark, Michael A., Lucett, Scott C., and Sutton, Brian G. NASM Essentials of Personal Fitness Training. 4^th Edition, 2012. Print.

Howell, Edward, and Maynard Murray. Enzyme Nutrition: The Food Enzyme Concept.

National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Opportunities and Challenges in Digestive Diseases Research: Recommendations of the National Commission on Digestive Diseases. Bethesda, MD: National Institutes of Health; 2009. NIH Publication 08–6514. http://www.nih.gov/

Wrba, H. & Pecher, O. Enzymes: A Drug of the Future. Ecomed Verlagsgesellschaft AG & Co., 1993. Print.

Neergaard, Lauran and Agiesta, Jennifer. "Poll: Few Americans Know All the Risks of Obesity" (January 7, 2013).

Patterson, Sean. "Obesity Linked to Increased Death Risks" (January 7, 2013).

University of Scranton, Journal of Clinical Psychology, December 13, 2012. http://www.statisticbrain.com/new-years-resolution-statistics/

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Innerzyme Receives 2013 Best of Scottsdale Award in the Vitamin Category

Innerzyme Receives 2013 Best of Scottsdale Award in the Vitamin Category! 

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Innerzyme Receives 2013 Best of Scottsdale Award

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SCOTTSDALE October 2, 2013 -- Innerzyme has been selected for the 2013 Best of Scottsdale Award in the Vitamins category by the Scottsdale Award Program.

Each year, the Scottsdale Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Scottsdale area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2013 Scottsdale Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Scottsdale Award Program and data provided by third parties.

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Would taking Innerzyme Pain & Inflammation Blend be a good idea for a recent knee injury?

Yes! One thing to remember is that nearly every injury has an inflammatory component that when left untreated creates an immense amount of pain.  Also, when injuries in the knee begin to heal, there is a natural protection by the body to create scar tissue, however, excess scar tissue buildup is often the source of pain for many people down the road from previous injuries.

With that said, someone who is suffering from a recent sports injury could benefit from taking Innerzyme's Pain & Inflammation Blend.  A little about Innerzyme's Pain & Inflammation Blend and enzymes in general.  Innerzyme's Pain & Inflammation Blend is a systemic enzyme meaning it is working throughout the body.  The specific enzymes in this formula are different from our other enzyme blends that focus on digestive health.   

Systemic enzymes have 5 primary functions:

1. Natural Anti-inflammatory which will assist in reducing the inflammation and swelling in your knee.*
2. Anti-Fibrin which will reduce any excess scar tissue that forms during the healing process alleviating tenderness and pain.*
3. Blood Cleansing which means any toxins or fibrin in the blood as a result of your injury will be removed.*
4. Immune System Modulating which will support health and metabolic functions during repair.*
5. Virus Fighting meaning enzymes break down protein walls of viruses inhibiting their replication which boosts health and ability to fight off infections.*

As for the question, what are enzymes?  They are biocatalysts or proteins naturally produced in the body until about the age of 30.  They are responsible for over 3000 chemical reactions within the body.  In other words, your body cannot properly function which includes healing without enzymes.  As you get older, the body becomes enzyme deficient making the recovery time longer and longer and also making the body more susceptible to injury or illness.  A good example of enzymes at work is to think about when a young child falls and sustains an injury, cut, or scratch.  They heal a lot quicker than someone in their 40s, 50s or 60s simply because their body has an adequate amount of enzymes to attack the area of injury right away to reduce pain, inflammation and excess scar tissue.

As far as recommended dosage, 4 a day is ideal as a maintenance dose or for ongoing preventative care.  Since this injury is recent, healthcare practitioners recommend 4 tablets twice daily for sports injuries and chronic pain patients.  If this is the first time you have ever taken enzymes, it is important to increase your water intake as your body is will be going through a sort of healing crisis as the enzymes work to reduce and eliminate inflammation, swelling and the excess scar tissue that is the ultimate culprit of pain.

Innerzyme, when taken correctly and given an adequate amount of time to work, it is very effective. Plus, it is a drug free, all natural formula so there are no side effects or concern about damaging the organs.  The only caution with this supplement is for people taking blood thinners simply because Innerzyme helps cleanse the blood and with cleaner blood you have improved absorption and so there is a chance you a person would experience a heightened result from blood thinning medication. If this does not apply to you, then you have nothing to worry about.

Since Innerzyme is enhance with Tumeric and White Willow Bark, which are two powerful anti-inflammatory agents, many people do experience some relief rather quickly.  However, to really get to the source of the problem and naturally restore the bodies healing mechanisms, healthcare professionals would recommend staying on the 4 tablets twice daily for the next 3 weeks.  From that point, you can determine if you are feeling a lot better and want to lower it to 4 a day or maintain the 8 tablets.  Since you are looking to get back into training, you can adjust your dosage as needed following the initial few weeks.  If you are experiencing a lot of pain or soreness following your workout or training regimen, you can safely increase the dose back up for a few days.

For more information on Innerzyme's Pain & Inflammation Blend, visit: 
http://www.innerzyme.com/Systemic_Enzyme.html

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Innerzyme's Pain & Inflammation Blend is a highly recommended, comprehensive blend of proteolytic enzymes, herbs and bioflavonoids specially formulated to naturally support the body's inflammatory response. It is enhanced with bromelain which is derived from pineapple, white willow bark and turmeric, all of which have powerful anti-inflammatory properties! What else is in our specialty formula? 

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