Digestive Enzymes

[Testdude63]

How many of you guys pop digestive enzymes when food intake gets really high? I've heard conflicting views on the need for supplementation of these enzymes. Some claim that your body produces enough on its own unless there is something wrong with your pancreas, intestines, etc.. while others claim it's essential to supplement for proper nutrient uptake. What's your take on the matter?

I personally am not using them atm, though I still have some.

 

[JackSteel]

I do when I can afford to spring for them. But I put priority on probiotics and eating food that helps natural gut bacteria grow such as the four top foods:
Garlic
Leeks
Onions
Artichokes

Probiotics will die off pretty quick so the best method is giving your gut bacteria the food it likes best which are those 4. For really large meals though, enzymes work best for me.



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[Testdude63]

I do when I can afford to spring for them. But I put priority on probiotics and eating food that helps natural gut bacteria grow such as the four top foods:
Garlic
Leeks
Onions
Artichokes

Probiotics will die off pretty quick so the best method is giving your gut bacteria the food it likes best which are those 4. For really large meals though, enzymes work best for me.



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Not to mention foods that are rich in probiotics like greek yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, etc.

I take a daily probiotic, but nothing else to aid in digestion. I pick up fresh ginger when it's on sale and usually chew up a huge chunk daily and quickly chase it with water lol.

 

[RickRock]

I do when I can afford to spring for them. But I put priority on probiotics and eating food that helps natural gut bacteria grow such as the four top foods:
Garlic
Leeks
Onions
Artichokes

Probiotics will die off pretty quick so the best method is giving your gut bacteria the food it likes best which are those 4. For really large meals though, enzymes work best for me.



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Great advice right here by Jack. This is also what I do as well. Digestive enzymes and probiotics have their place, but you can't go wrong by eating the right foods to aid you

 

[TX TERROR]

No its an excellent choice. All max makes a good digestive enzyme. Also take pro biotic as well as pre biotics if you can.

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[MaxxPursuit]

I've supplemented with digestive enzymes and probiotics for a long time now. I look at them like any other supplement. They are there to aid your nutrition, not replace anything. The benefits through some of the research I've looked into say they are worth incorporating so I do. Nutrition uptake is a huge part of this game so if there is benefit towards increasing it, I say it's worth it if you have cash to spare.

 

[JackSteel]

Not to mention foods that are rich in probiotics like greek yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, etc.

I take a daily probiotic, but nothing else to aid in digestion. I pick up fresh ginger when it's on sale and usually chew up a huge chunk daily and quickly chase it with water lol.

Oh yeah, totally! There are tons of great foods to aid digestion and guttural immune system (AKA good gut bacteria) I eat yogurt quite a bit as well as sip apple cider vinegar.

I would definitely eat these things non GMO if one is eating them for this reason too.


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[JackSteel]

Not sure if anyone else has heard this, and I'm not 100% positive it's true, but gluten supposedly is to tough to absorb by the gut and as a result destroys the cilia in the intestines that receive the nutrients. I've been trying more gluten free stuff lately since I heard that. Others say it's only those with an allergy to it but it's totally possible that that is bullshit.


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[SpikedEggnog]

Not sure if anyone else has heard this, and I'm not 100% positive it's true, but gluten supposedly is to tough to absorb by the gut and as a result destroys the cilia in the intestines that receive the nutrients. I've been trying more gluten free stuff lately since I heard that. Others say it's only those with an allergy to it but it's totally possible that that is bullshit.


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ive eaten gluten free for months, but i didnt notice any differences really. im sure there is always someone out there with a legit disorder, but i still thinking this gluten free is 90% FAD money marketing

 

[JackSteel]

ive eaten gluten free for months, but i didnt notice any differences really. im sure there is always someone out there with a legit disorder, but i still thinking this gluten free is 90% FAD money marketing

I have believed that too. I heard that from a holistic doctor on YouTube. So who knows.


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[SpikedEggnog]

I have believed that too. I heard that from a holistic doctor on YouTube. So who knows.


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yeah but it does have one benefit that is 100%. it forces you to eat cleaner.

 

[TX TERROR]

Gluten free is only going to effect you if you actually are effected by gluten and have a true sensitivity to it. Some do fine some dont.

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[JackSteel]

Gluten free is only going to effect you if you actually are effected by gluten and have a true sensitivity to it. Some do fine some dont.

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Well that's what this video argues against. I could find it if anyone wants. It doesn't cause immediate issues for everyone but lower nutrient absorption wouldn't necessarily be something one would notice if that's true.


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[TX TERROR]

Well that's what this video argues against. I could find it if anyone wants. It doesn't cause immediate issues for everyone but lower nutrient absorption wouldn't necessarily be something one would notice if that's true.


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Ya that's true. If you don't mind finding it man I think it would be good to share. I'm curious myself I know that.

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[SpikedEggnog]

Dunno about that. There's gluten free cookie lol

lol oh i know i eat choc chip cookies all the time with rice flour, taste amazing too

 

[9th Wonder]

I've supplemented with digestive enzymes and probiotics for a long time now. QUOTE]

I've been taking these for years.. I very rarely get sick (no fucking flu shot either), and I know the supplementation of probiotics is instrumental to optimal health. If you have chronic yuck mouth, and your breath always smells like shit... allot of that has to do with your gut health. Jack made a great point about eating the right foods, because there is no substitute for the real deal.

Digestive enzymes are great for big meals, and I'll take one 15 mins before I eat

 

[9th Wonder]

Like halitosis?

Exactly.. Yuk mouth

 

[9th Wonder]

Terrible smell. It's so foul and offensive if your breath stinks. Some people have chronic issues, talk about the worst.

 

[rockmfhudd]

Oh hello sir would you like another shit sandwich? LOL We had a few i ran across in the air force as well. We called em dragon breath!! Like they had just eaten a shit samich no kidding. maybe some trinkets from the litter box before work or something

 

[JackSteel]

Ya that's true. If you don't mind finding it man I think it would be good to share. I'm curious myself I know that.

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Will do. It's in an older thread somewhere but I'll try to find it on YouTube.


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