Price: $28.40

Quantity: 60 capsules

Ingredients: Vitamin A (100% as beta carotene; 2250 IU), Vitamin E (1.5 IU), Tzyme Polysaccharolytic Blend, Tzyme Protease Blend, Tzyme AntiOx Blend, Marshmallow root extract, Papaya leaf, Ginger root, Bitter Orange peel, Gotu Kola extract, Fennel seed, Globe Artichoke extract, Aloe vera leaf, Lipase, Irish Moss , Peppermint leaf.

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Description**

GASTRO is a complex and active enzyme formulation designed to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort, improve digestive function and strengthen the epithelial cell vitality in the gut.

Component Benefits:

TzymeTM is the trademark of a proprietary blend of highly active, functional enzymes. These enzymes are pH balanced and GI tract stable. This blend is formulated to enhance the digestive process and impart systemic benefits.

TzymeTM Protease Blend - This proprietary blend of enzymes consists of alkaline, neutral and acid proteases. These enzymes are active in a wide range of pH's, ensuring that proper protein digestion will initiate in the stomach. The addition of the endo-and exo-peptidase in this product, which provides a wider range of specificities, ensures the blend help to prevent the formation of toxigenic amines by hydrolyzing dietary as well as cellular debris in the GI tract.

TzymeTM AntiOx Blend - The highly active antioxidants in this blend are incorporated to ensure vitality of the epithelial cells in the gut. The nutrients included in this blend prevent further oxidation of vital digestive hormones and enzymes.

TzymeTM Polysaccharolytic Blend - his blend of enzymes facilitates the digestion of all carbohydrates. It is important to note that no single carbolytic enzyme can adequately hydrolyze the various carbohydrates in human diets.

Amylase allows complete digestion of starch during their transit through the gastrointestinal tract. These enzymes can tolerate the low pH of the gastric juice. Specific components include Malt diastase, which also hydrolyzes starch, cleaves off primarily disaccharides. Lactase is for the digestion of lactose (milk sugar) into glucose and galactose. Invertase breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose.

Alpha galactosidase cleaves off the non reducing terminal 1-3, 1-4, or 1-6 linked galactose residues in oligosacharides such as stachyose and raffinose. This enzyme helps reduce gas formation in the GI tract.

Cellulase has been added to this formulation to increase its water binding capacity. The binding of water increases stool bulk and decreases bowel transit time. Additionally, the cellulase will increase the ability of cellulose to remove toxins.

Hemicellulases hydrolyze various complex carbohydrates such as b-1,4-glucans, a-L-arabinosides, b-D-mannosides, 1,3-b-D-xylans, and other polysaccharides. Pectinase breaks down pectins, commonly found in fruits and vegetables. Phytase hydrolyzes phytic acids (phytates), also called inositol hexaphosphoric acid, found in grains, seeds, rhizomes, and other plant-derived foods. The hydrolysis of phytates prevents mineral chelation and improves mineral absorption.

TPPTM Gastro also contains the following key herbs known to soothe and palliate gastrointestinal irritation:

Marshmallow root extract is a well recognized soothing herb that supports healthy mucous membranes. Marshmallow root also soothes irritated intestinal epithelia, as in gastritis. Marshmallow is used internally to treat inflammation and mucosal afflictions including diarrhea.

Ginger root extract is an excellent remedy for many digestive complaints, including indigestion, nausea, and gas. Its beneficial effects are largely due to its volatile oil and oleoresin content. One mechanism by which ginger achieves its effects is through support for mucin production (which protects the digestive tract). Ginger root contains a digestive enzyme, zingiban, whose effectiveness even exceeds that of papain.

Aloe Vera has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes. Recent studies have shown that aloe helps to alleviate peptic ulcers, improves digestion, controls GI tract gas formation and is an effective demulcent.

Green Papaya leaf contains papain, a proteolytic enzyme.Papaya Leaf has been known for its wonderful digestive properties and contains proteolytic enzymes. Papaya Leaf has inherited the reputation of "biological scalpel" because it selectively digests dead tissue without affecting the surrounding live tissue. It has been used to treat many skin diseases, wounds and ulcers. Papaya Leaf has properties to protect the stomach mucosa from damage and ulcer formation.

Gotu Kola extract's primary active constituents are triterpenoids, but it contains many other active molecules which may be important in the overall activity of the herb. Gotu kola is used in TPPTM Gastro because of its support for normal structure of mucous membranes (epithelium and underlying connective tissue).

Globe Artichoke contains caffeylquinic acid compounds, probably the most important constituent for stimulating bile secretion and lowering cholesterol.

Fennel seed extract contains about 8% volatile oil (about 80% anethole plus fenchone and methyl chavicol), that relieves gas. The actions of fennel seed promote gastrointestinal motility. In higher concentrations, as this formula, it acts as an antispasmodic.

Peppermint extract is an excellent herb for the digestive system. Its actions relieve gas, increase the flow of digestive juices and bile and relax the muscles of the gut. Peppermint oil inhibits gastrointestinal smooth muscle. It also inhibits and destroys many kinds of microorganisms that create severe digestive problems as in irritable bowel symptoms.

Dosage: Take one (1) capsule with every meal or snack. Take one (1) capsule between meals instead of an antacid as often as needed. Take each dosage with at least 8 oz. of liquid. If you have difficulty swallowing capsules remove contents from capsule, mix with a small amount of tepid water and ingest immediately.

Dosage may be increased according to need as directed by health care practitioner.