Enzymes: the “sparks of life”

Enzymes are proteins that are found in every cell of plants, animals and humans. They are catalysts that assist in chemical reactions that help the body to breakdown or change a substance. Without enzymes, seeds could not sprout and grow, fruit would not ripen, fall leaves could not change color and we could not make fermented foods like beer, wine or cheese. Enzymes are necessary for digestion, growth, reproduction, respiration, blood clotting and many other bodily functions.

While more that 3000 enzymes have been found in humans, there are only two basic types of enzymes: those involved in digestion and those required for metabolism. Our bodies can make the enzymes required for normal bodily functions, but production of enzymes decreases withage, illness or injury. Exposure to toxins, pollution and chemicals such as pharmaceuticals and pesticides also deplete out enzyme stores. Signs of enzyme deficiency include indigestion, gas, bloating, aging (wrinkles) and illness of any type eg. Cardiovascular disease, degenerative disease, cancer, immunosuppression and slow wound healing.

Medically enzymes are used as anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatories, to stimulate the immune system, to dissolve blood clots, to enhance would healing and to fight cancer and viruses. As you can see the cats at FLCC will gain many benefits from their enzyme therapy.