Amylase is also sometimes called a starch blocker. As the name suggests, it prevents the body from absorbing dietary starches. It is present in the saliva. This is particularly benefits diabetic patients because it helps maintain and regulate the blood glucose levels. It also helps in maintaining and losing weight. It is effective in treating obesity. The ingested carbohydrates are broken down by the digestive enzymes which are then absorbed by the body. Amylase limits the capacity of the body in absorbing carbohydrates which are later on turned into glucose, a simple sugar, that can be used by the body as energy fuel.

Bromelain - There are numerous health benefits of bromelain. Studies have shown that bromelain helps improve both the health and quality of life in a variety of ways. It is an enzyme that breaks down proteins in the body and helps ease and prevent a number of diseases due to its valuable medicinal properties. It is beneficial for arthritis patients since it helps decrease swelling and inflammation which can be caused by this disorder. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, bromelain can also aid in treatment of rheumatism. It also has blood thinning properties, and thus it can be efficacious in preventing and treating clots in blood and plaques in arteries that in turn helps prevent cardiovascular problems. It helps alleviate aches and pain.

Chymotrypsin (bovine ? chymotrypsin: PDB 1AB9, EC 3.4.21.1) is a digestive enzyme that can perform proteolysis. It is synthesized naturally in human body by pancreas by protein biosynthesis. They facilitate the cleavage of peptide bonds by a hydrolysis reaction, a process which otherwise occurs extremely slowly in the absence of a catalyst. The main substrates of chymotrypsin include tryptophan, tyrosine, phenylalanine, leucine, and methionine. Chymotrypsin is also found to hydrolyze ester bonds in vitro.

Lipase is a water-soluble enzyme used by the body to break down dietary fats to make it more absorbable by the intestines. It is manufactured by the pancreas. However, people with certain diseases such as Crohn’s disease and cystic fibrosis produce insufficient lipase and may need supplemental sources from food. Lipase helps with digestion. It reduces bloating, gas, and flatulence. It also relieves the symptom of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It also helps digest fats and oils that cause weight gain. Lipase aids in controlling the blood cholesterol and blood pressure level. It is also effective in the treatment of celiac disease that causes abdominal pain, weight loss, and fatigue.

Lysozyme is also known as muramidase or N-acetylmuramide glycanhydrolase. It is an enzyme that is commonly found in egg white, tears, mucus, saliva, human milk, and other secretions. It has a potent antibacterial property. It is capable of damaging the cell walls of bacteria through hydrolysis. The enzyme works by attacking the peptidoglycans of bacteria and breaking down the chain of carbohydrates protecting the bacteria that causes it to burst and be destroyed. Lyzome is in fact the first antibiotic which Alexander Flemming developed into penicillin. It is sometimes added to infant formula to improve immunity to make it resemble human milk. Lyzome also helps in treating sore throats and canker sores.

Papain is a mixture of proteolytic enzymes derived from the fruits of papaya and certain other plants. It helps catalyze several chemical reactions within the cells, particularly digestive enzymes. Papain acts by mildly soothing the stomach and aids in the digestion of protein. It relieves heartburn, indigestion, treat ulcer, and regulates the acidity in the stomach. In fact, Papain is often used tenderizer for meat. It is also an effective anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to dissolve membranes in diphtheria and reduce fever, swelling and adhesion. Topically, it is used to cure boils, warts and freckes, and to treat burns and sore throat. Papain also has anticarcinogenic properties.

Trypsin is an enzyme that helps digest proteins in food. Trypsin is naturally produced in the pancreas. However, individual with pancreatic diseases may not produce enough enzymes. Good sources of Trypsin are papaya and pineapple. It aids in proper digestion and helps in absorption of protein and other nutrients. It helps prevent abdominal discomfort, gas, flatulence, indigestion, dyspepsia, and passing of undigested food in the stool. It may also help reduce the inflammation and alleviate the pain caused injuries. It may also be helpful in reducing the discomfort and treating osteoarthritis, neck pain, and post herpetic neuralgia. It may also reduce the effects of radiation therapy particularly those of cancer patients. It may also help ease the symptoms of food allergies.