Question 1

Do I need to refrigerate these enzymes?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need to refrigerate these. The probiotic strain included is shelf-stable and survivable.

Question 2

Why should I give my gut support?

Accepted Answer

Fact: Most Americans don't consume enough probiotics in their diet due to modern processed foods, soil depletion and more. I believe most people are in need of probiotic support. Here's why: Thanks to prescription antibiotics, high carbohydrate diets, fluoridated tap water and high levels of stress, the good bacteria in our guts are often diminished, and our bodies can't replace them at the rate required for optimal health. Many probiotics health benefits are gut- and digestion-related, so here are a few key reasons why gut health, in general, is so important to overall health: - Up to 80% of the immune system is housed in the gut. - Between 80% to 90% of the body's serotonin, often referred to as a feel good or happy chemical which acts as a neurotransmitter, is found in the gut. Serotonin is thought to have many effects on the body, including the areas of digestion, sleep, memory, behavior and more. - Every bodily cell, tissue and organ depend on proper nutrient absorption and assimilation of food through healthy digestion, and, generally speaking, probiotics can play a supporting role in that.

Question 3

What are the benefits of taking a digestive enzyme supplement?

Accepted Answer

Digestive enzymes assist in the chemical breakdown of food into smaller, absorbable components. For example, enzymes called amylases break down starches into sugar molecules; proteases break down proteins into amino acids, and lipases break down fat into its component parts. Two key reasons to take digestive enzymes: 1. Promotes healthy digestive function & elimination† 2. Helps to maintain healthy gut microflora†

Question 4

What’s the difference between this digestive enzymes and probiotics? Doesn’t it accomplish the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Probiotics and digestive enzymes can both be included in a healthy lifestyle. Digestive enzymes support overall gut health and digestive health, as well as nutrient absorption. Our enzymes naturally help break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates from food. While enzymes are important for supporting digestive health, they aren’t a probiotic substitute. Probiotics supplement the body with “good guy” bacteria. Specifically, our SBO Probiotic contains a higher strain count of CFUs.* *at time of manufacture

Question 5

Are your products produced in a facility with allergens?

Accepted Answer

We now have a disclaimer that is on ALL of our products: "Produced on equipment that may also process peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soybean, wheat, sesame, shellfish, fish, egg." This is a voluntary disclaimer and our formulations have not changed. Our manufacturers are required to have Policies and Procedures in place when it comes to handling and processing allergens. These allergen programs are in place to prevent cross contamination after each run by proper cleaning procedures. Allergen swab testing is also done after running an allergen containing product. We test finished products for allergens prior to designating as “Free” of. We also follow cGMP (current good manufacturing practices) which helps maintain allergen segregation.

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