BENEFITS OF PREBIOTIC FIBRE
Prebiotics are food ingredients that help support the growth of probiotic bacteria. They are defined as a selectively fermented ingredient that allows specific changes, both in the composition and/or activity in the gastrointestinal microflora.¹ These ‘Good Bacteria’ work to keep the entire body balanced from the brain to immune system. When these bacteria are not thriving, people may experience some of the digestive symptoms mentioned above. Together with the gut immune system, microflora contributes significantly to the barrier that prevents pathogenic bacteria from invading the gastrointestinal tract (leaky gut).

Studies have shown prebiotic fibres allow specific changes, both in the composition and activity of the gastrointestinal microflora that improves one’s overall health.² Prebiotic intake may reduce inflammation and enhance the bioavailability and update of minerals.

PreticX™ the prebiotic fibre used is a new potent prebiotic with strong clinical data. It is a non-digestible, stable xylooligosaccharide that boosts levels of beneficial bacteria in the human gut and acts as an effective soluble dietary fibre.³ It is important to have healthy gut flora as a key part of the digestive system and to do this one has to feed the microbes prebiotics in order to receive the maximum health benefit.

BENEFITS OF DIGESTIVE ENZYMES
Digestive Enzymes are what breaks down food down into nutrients that we can absorb. Primarily produced in the saliva, pancreas, and small intestine, these enzymes turn our food into amino acids, fatty acids and simple sugars for our body to use. If our body is not producing enough digestive enzymes, we can’t break down out food. Even if we are eating well, without the enzymes we won’t be getting all the good nutrition.

Low-grade inflammation in the digestive tract caused by food allergies and low stomach acid can lead to deficiencies in digestive enzymes. However, the one trigger that probably affects the digestion enzyme production of most people is stress. Chronic stress can leave us in the sympathetic “fight or flight” mode where digestion including digestive enzyme product is low on our bodies priority list.

To correct a constantly impaired digestive system, relaxation and health food are the most important. Digestive enzymes are a great way to help intervene, as with improved digestion and nutrient update, we’re able to feel better and deal with stress better. ^{4, 5}

DigeSEB plus is a digestive enzyme blend that contains a combination of enzymes suitable to breakdown legumes, milk, soy, grains, meat and other foods.

BENEFITS OF ALOE VERA
Aloe Vera leaf powder has been included for its gut soothing effects. It acts as an anti-inflammatory that aids the recovery of an inflamed gut. It has been shown to promote regular bowel movements due to the enzymes in contains.⁶

Aloe Vera has the ability to decrease discomfort for those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome and with its natural healing properties, help restore the digestive tract to good health.⁷

BENEFITS OF ZINC
Zinc is an essential mineral to maintain optimal health that also plays a large role in digestive health. It is required for the growth and healing of cells, particularly the intestinal cells that have a high turnover rate.⁸

It is important for keeping the intestinal lining strong and working to minimise leaky gut and unwanted immune responses.⁹ Zinc has been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect which also contributes to the health and function of the intestinal lining.¹⁰

Zinc also aids in digestion by attaching to over 300 enzymes including our digestive ones. It can support alleviating diarrhoea and helps maintain stomach acid levels, needed to break down food.^11,12

Zinc bisglycinate chelate has been used as a preferred form of absorbable zinc.¹³ This form is bound to the amino acid glycine as a way to improve absorption.

BENEFITS OF GLUTAMINE
Glutamine is a common amino acid important for a variety of bodily functions, including being the preferred amino acid for the cells lining the mucosa of the small intestine. It is the most important nutrient for repairing the gastrointestinal tract and has been shown to help repair digestive function and strengthen the gut lining.¹⁴

The form used L-Alanyl-L-Glutamine under the name Sustimine has been shown to help protect the integrity of the gastrointestinal tract, contributing to better nutrition absorption. Ultra-pure, clinically tested, Sustamine® is produced through a patented fermentation method to create a unique dipeptide that is more easily absorbed by the body than complex protein molecules

BENEFITS OF BLACK PEPPER
Black Pepper serves multiple roles in this formula. As a standalone ingredient, it has been shown to stimulate the digestive enzymes of the pancreas, enhance digestive capacity and significantly reduce the gastrointestinal food transit time.¹⁵

While enhancing the digestive process, it also acts as an anti-oxidant, helping to control inflammation. Black Pepper helps boost the bioavailability of the curcumin extract up to 2000% by inhibiting our bodies process of clearing the curcumin from our body.¹⁶

BioPerine® was used as the form of black pepper extract due to its high concentration of at least 95% piperine and being the only source of piperine to have undergone clinical studies to substantiate its safety and efficacy for nutritional use.

BENEFITS OF CURCUMIN
Curcumin is the most active component of Turmeric which is derived from the underground stems of the plant Curcuma longa. Curcumin is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory which is why we have used a powerful curcumin extract rather than plain turmeric powder in the digestive aid formula.¹⁷

Curcumin has been shown to help aid digestive in multiple ways, primarily through its anti-inflammatory abilities for inflammatory bowel disease and ability to stimulate bile production.^18,19,20 Reducing inflammation helps our gut function properly to absorb nutrients and adequate levels of bile help break down our food into absorbable nutrients.