According to dictionary.com, enzymes are "any of various proteins, such as pepsin, originating from living cells and capable of producing certain chemical changes in organic substances by catalytic action, as in digestion." This definition takes a very broad look at enzymes and what they are in the overall scheme of things. Enzymes are paramount in cellular processes such as digestion. They facilitate chemical processes with great speed and precision, and enzymes are highly specific to their function.
Have you ever heard of the phrase lactose intolerant? This is a label given to people who cannot efficiently process lactose, a complex sugar found in dairy products. Often these people either avoid dairy products or take the enzyme lactase before eating dairy products. By taking the enzyme orally, you can boost your body's natural ability to process lactose into simpler, more absorbable sugars.
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