BETAINE HCL is hydrochloric acid derived from beets. Hydrochloric acid (HCL) is our body's first line of defense against disease causing microbes. Low HCL levels open the possibility of food poisoning and dysbiosis (toxic bacteria) along the digestive tract.₁

Many individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are deficient in stomach acid and other digestive factors. Low levels of HCL were found in 32 percent of people tested with RA.₂

As we age the parietal cells in the stomach lining produce less hydrochloric acid. Half of all people over the age of 60 have hypochlorhydria (low stomach acid).₃

Supplementation with Betaine HCL with meals will aid in protein digestion and possibly reduce food sensitivities through improved digestion.₄

BROMELAIN, the protein digesting enzyme of the pine-apple, has been shown to be an effective anti-inflammatory agent in both clinical studies and experimental models.₅,₆

The proteolytic enzyme of bromelain has also been demonstrated effective in inhibiting platelet aggregation, improving angina pain, reducing blood pressure and in breaking down atherosclerotic plaques.₇,₈

The effect of orally administered bromelain on the reduction of swelling, bruising, healing time and pain following various injuries and surgical procedures has been demonstrated in several clinical studies.₉,₁₀

Bromelain enzyme appears indicated in the treatment of varicose veins. Vein walls are an important source of plasminogen activator, which promotes the breakdown of fibrin. Veins that have become varicosed have decreased levels of plasminogen activator. Bromelain acts in a similar manner to plasminogen activator to cause fibrin breakdown.₁₁

PAPAIN (vegetable pepsin) is a protease or protein-digesting enzyme from papaya which has been shown to digest wheat gluten and render it harmless in celiac disease subjects.₁₂

Papain also exhibits anti-ulcer action while it helps relieve indigestion. A research team found that animals pretreated with papain were significantly more resistant to stress-induced ulcers than untreated animals.₁₃

AMYLASE, from aspergillus plants, digests carbohydrates (starches) into simple sugars (glycogen). This enzyme is vital as glycogen is the form in which glucose is stored in the body for energy. Without sufficient amylase enzyme, fatigue and lethargy set in and sugar craving increase. This imbalance may cause blood sugar levels to fluctuate.₁₄

An amylase deficiency may also stress the pancreas and induce pancreatic disorders as this organ must secrete pancreatic amylase into the small intestine to regulate maltose disaccharides (simple sugars). This may induce and influence the incidence of diabetes, high blood pressure, anemia, skin problems, kidney disease, and cancer.₁₅

LIPASE, from castor beans, aids pancreatic lipase in digesting- dietary fats and breaking them down into fatty acids and glycerol. Chronic pancreatitis and cystic fibrosis are the most common causes of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency.₁₆

A study showed a small dose of lipase from plant sources was as effective as a 25 times larger dosage of conventional pancreatin in the treatment of malabsorption, malnutrition, and steatorrhea due to pancreatic exocrine insufficiency. Unlike pancreatin, plant enzyme lipase delivers enzyme activity in the broad PH range from 3 to 9 and safely digest fat in pancreatic insufficiency Patient's.₁₇

BANANA POWDER (concentrate) is high in fructoligo-saccharides (FOS). A study done in chickens showed that FOS prevented the growth of salmonella, a prevalent form of food poisoning in the United States.₁₈

Further, British researchers found that banana powder thickened the stomach lining, as opposed to aspirin and Tagamet, a commonly prescribed anti-ulcer medication, which actually thinned the stomach lining.₁₉

LAMINARIA, from brown kelp, is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and important trace elements such as iodine. This algae has been shown to possess numerous medicinal properties, including antibiotic, antiviral, antimicrobial, and antifungal.₂₀

LECITHIN (derived from soybeans), largely composed of the B vitamin choline, is needed by every living cell in the human body. Cell membranes, that regulate which nutrients may leave or enter the cell, are largely composed of lecithin. The protective sheaths surrounding the brain are also composed of lecithin.₂₁

Lecithin has been shown to make cholesterol more soluble, which aids in the reduction of gallstone formation.₂₂

Further, lecithin aids in the reduction of atherosclerosis by inhibiting platelet aggregation and in removal of cholesterol from tissue deposits.₂₃ This effect is seen only with the polyunsaturated form, such as that derived from soybeans, and not with the relatively saturated lecithin from eggs.

CHLOROPHYLL, a primary source of vitamin K, is "natures deodorant", and aids in cleansing the bloodstream.₂₄ It also possesses positive antibacterial action and is soothing to in-flamed mucous membranes.₂₅

L-CYSTINE is an important aid in the formation of skin and is important in detoxification. It assists in the supply of insulin to the pancreas, which is needed for assimilation of sugars and starches.₂₆

INDOLES, from cruciferous vegetables, together with ISO-FLAVONES and PHYTOSTEROLS, from beans, are phyto-chemicals incorporated into Factor Seven: Digestin from Titan's proprietary Biozyme-10 nutrient delivery system.

Indoles are powerful anti-carcinogens. Isoflavones inhibit estrogen from penetrating cell membranes in breast and ovarian tissue; thus may decrease the risk or incidence of cancer in these tissues. Phytosterols may inhibit some types of colon cancer.

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