Serrapeptase

Also known as Serratia peptidase; a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the non-pathogenic enterobacteria Serratia E15.

Studies show that serrapeptase induces fibrinolytic, anti-inflammatory and anti-edemic (preventing swelling and fluid retention) activity in a number of tissues. Its anti-inflammatory effects are widely believed superior to other proteolytic enzymes.

Another primary benefit of serrapeptase is the reduction of pain; particularly in the enzyme’s ability to block the release of pain-inducing amines from inflamed tissues.

Physicians in Europe and Asia use serrapeptase in treatment as an alternative to aspirin, ibuprofen, and other NSAIDs.

Protease

A highly active, proteolytic enzyme that degrades bradykinin, a nonapeptide that increases vascular permeability (as in acute inflammation), dilates blood vessels, contracts non-vascular smooth muscle, and causes pain.

Bromelain

An enzyme found in pineapples that breaks down other proteins, such as collagen and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Papain

Aproteolytic enzyme obtained from unripe papaya.

Lipase

Lipase digests fat.  It is an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats in to individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Amylase

Any of a group of proteins found in saliva and pancreatic juice and parts of plants. Amylase digests carbohydrates and helps convert starch to sugar.

Amla

Amla is the richest source of Vitamin C. It also contains tannic acid, glucose, protein, cellulose and calcium. Amla is considered to have restorative and preventive properties.

Rutin

One of the many existing flavonoids. Flavonoids support health by strengthening capillaries and other connective tissue, and some function as anti-inflammatory, antihistaminic, and antiviral agents.

Other Ingredients

Vitalzym also includes cellulose, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate.