Doctor's Best Proteolytic Enzymes, 90 Count
Proteolytic Enzymes Provide Support for Muscle, Joint, and Overall Tissue Health* In addition to their role in digestion, proteolytic enzymes serve another, much larger role in the body’s chemical reactions: they activate tissue repair and break down the debris left by cells after irritation or injury. This can improve the ability of important molecules and cells involved in the body’s immune response to modulate the restorative processes within our tissues. Human studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of proteolytic enzymes in supporting healthy joint and musculoskeletal health. Two recent double-blind studies conducted in Austria, for instance, found that systemic enzymes support joint health. In both studies, researchers treated a total of 163 men and women for 6-7 weeks with either a common European over-the-counter medicine used to support healthy joints or a systemic enzyme formula. At the conclusion of the study, there was significant overall improvement in joint health in both the over-the-counter conventional medication and the proteolytic enzyme groups. A number of other clinical studies also support the use of proteolytic enzymes for joint support. A large number of scientific studies published in the literature indicate proteolytic enzymes can provide support to other tissues in the body, in addition to joints, and to modulate the body’s immune system. Studies have also examined the benefits of proteolytic enzymes for improving the elasticity and viscosity of nasal mucous. A recent clinical trial, for example, found that proteolytic enzymes are beneficial for children with acute sinus infections. In this German study of 116 patients, taking bromelain lead to statistically significant faster recovery from sinus symptoms compared to other treatments. In 1994, the German Commission E officially approved the use of the proteolytic enzyme bromelain for treatment of swelling of the nose and sinuses caused by surgery or trauma.