Enzymedica believes that balanced decisions regarding food choices and exercise can lead to many long term benefits for cardiovascular health.   For many, enzyme supplements can be a great way to enhance a healthy living routine.

A great example of an enzyme effecting heart health is nattokinase. Enzymedica’s Natto-K contains a nattokinase blend which includes NSK-SD®, which has been shown to have a high fibrinolytic activity (breaks down fibrin) and antioxidant activity. Nattokinase has been the subject of 17 studies, including two small human trials.

Researchers from JCR Pharmaceuticals, Oklahoma State University, and Miyazaki Medical College tested nattokinase on 12 healthy Japanese volunteers (6 men and 6 women, between the ages of 21 and 55). The tests indicated that the natto generated a heightened ability to support circulation.  On average, the volunteers” ELT (a measure of how long it takes to dissolve a blood clot) dropped by 48 percent within two hours of treatment. An additional study showed a 11% decrease in blood pressure after just two weeks.

Enzymes may play a supportive role in the healing and recovery process, but do not supplant good decisions when it comes to your choices of food and activities.  Natural ingredients for cholesterol support may be beneficial for individuals looking to maintain healthy cholesterol levels or to promote overall cardiovascular health.  Many health conditions such as diabetes and elevated blood pressure may be associated with imbalanced cholesterol levels. Individuals interested in natural ingredients for cholesterol management should work with a licensed health care provider to evaluate their condition before, and during the use of any cholesterol balancing formulas.

Enzymedica suggests the use of Lypo Gold™ as a complementary product.

Enzymedica’s Lypo Gold™ contains multiple strains of lipase, an enzyme which breaks down fats found in food.  A deficiency in the natural production of lipase may adversely affect the digestive system’s ability to properly digest fat, which may result in increased cholesterol levels.  Supporting digestion with a high potency lipase enzyme formula, such as LypoGold, may assist the digestive system with maintaining normal cholesterol levels.

Generally speaking, enzyme-based cardiovascular formulas approach healthy cholesterol levels by effecting other processes in the body, not targeting cholesterol directly.
REFERENCES:
Maruyama M, Sumi H. Effect of Natto Diet on Blood Pressure. JTTAS, 1995.

Natto-Traditional Japanese Fermented Soy Beans with Recently Discovered Health Benefits and Novel Industrial Applications, Enzyme Wave, Volume 3, June 2002, Amano Enzyme, Inc., page 2-4.

Effects of nattokinase on blood pressure: a randomized, controlled trial. MED   08-54   200818971533  NDN- 230-0867-3224-8

Do you suffer from occasional heartburn and indigestion? According to the American College of Gastroenterology, over 95 million Americans suffer from poor digestion. Enzymedica’s Acid Soothe is formulated with enzymes and botanicals to soothe symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) distress.*

In 2010 Enzymedica unveiled a new label design to empower customers with easy-to-understand educational information, front and center on every bottle. The new label reflects the company’s premium branding, with clean lines, larger text, and essential product benefits on the front panel. January’s issue of Drug Topics’ E-News featured Enzymedica’s redesign of the Acid Soothe bottle:

“Enzymedica’s Acid Soothe has a new label. Formulated for the person suffering from any discomfort associated with gastrointestinal distress, the ingredients in Acid Soothe provide the body with pure plant enzymes for delivery along with nutrients specific to the GI region. It contains amylase, lipase, cellulase, marshmallow root, gotu kola, papaya leaf, and prickly ash bark, with no fillers. ( www.enzymedica.com/products/Acid_Soothe)”