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Vitälzym™ provides the enzymes needed for each of the millions of biochemical reactions that make life possible. Without enzymes, life could not exist.

As we age, our body's natural production of enzymes may slow. Supplementation with Vitälzym™  along with proper diet and exercise helps to maintain normal enzyme levels, balancing your body's own repair mechanisms.*

Vitälzym™ is natural. It contains no animal derivatives, artificial flavors, artificial colors, yeast or gluten. Vitälzym™  is also lactose free and contains no harmful talc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are enzymes?

Enzymes are found in every cell of every living plant and animal, including humans. Enzymes are biocatalysts; which means that they either begin a reaction or cause a reaction to speed up. Without enzymes life would not exist.

How do enzymes work?

Enzymes work by virtue of their shape. An enzyme molecule can be compared, in shape at least, to many short strings of pearls (amino acids) strung together. This long string folds in on itself as certain sequences of amino acids (pearls) are more attracted to each other than to other sequences, thus giving the enzymes a specific shape.

At one point on the surface of this string of pearls there exists something, which looks like a keyhole. This is called the "active site" on the enzyme. When matched with its specific coenzyme (a vitamin, mineral, or trace element) this "lock" has the exact inverse contour of the "key" which is contained in the molecule of the enzyme's "substrate" (the molecule that the enzyme wants to transform into a different molecule). When the substrate appears, it inserts the "key" into the "lock." The molecular structure of the substrate is transformed into a different molecular structure and both enzyme and the newly transformed molecule go on their merry ways.

What is a digestive enzyme?

A digestive enzyme breaks down the proteins, fats and carbohydrates in food during the digestive process allowing the body to better utilize the food you eat.

What is a proteolytic enzyme?

The proteolytic enzyme digests protein. Some examples of proteolytic enzymes are protease, serrapeptase, bromelain, and papain.

What is a lipase enzyme?

Lipase enzymes digest fat.

What is an amylase enzyme?

Amylase enzymes digest carbohydrates.

What is systemic enzyme therapy?

Systemic enzyme therapy is utilizing enzyme supplementation to increase the enzymes throughout your body to assist in restoring the body to health

What else are enzymes used for?

Enzymes are widely used in the food industry. Enzymes are also essential in the manufacture of beer.

Are enzymes considered "anti-inflammatory drugs"?

Proteolytic Enzymes are considered anti-inflammatory agents.

What is the recommended dosage of Vitälzym?

The recommended dosage to be taken at least 45 minutes prior to or after meals is 3 capsules, once a day. However, since each individual is different, a higher or lower dosage may be appropriate for each individual. It is important to understand each person's "activation" dosage. See the information from Dr. Wong on the activation dosage.

How long before the Vitälzym takes effect?

It may depend on the individual's physiological make-up. Everyone is different. Testimonials from some of our customers reported positive effects ranging from 3 days to 2 weeks. Taking the right activation dosage is critical to the success of the product.

What claims do you make about the effectiveness of Vitälzym?

The FDA does not allow the nutraceutical industry to make claims about their products without scientific studies being performed that substantiate the claims. Our customers can share their experience with the product but World Nutrition does not make specific claims.

Are there any side effects at all with your product?

We currently have no documented evidence of any adverse side effects based on the use of Vitälzym. You should not take this product without the consent of your physician if you are currently taking anti-coagulants, commonly known as blood thinners. .

Are there any compatibility issues with other nutraceuticals?

No. In fact, since vitamins are coenzymes and minerals are cofactors to enzymes, enzymes are needed in the body for them to be able to have their full effect. In addition, the vitamins and minerals assist the enzymes. Thus, systemic enzyme use enhances the effect of other supplementation programs.

Are there any compatibility issues with any prescribed drugs?

Yes. Customers using anti-coagulants, or blood thinners, should not use Vitälzym without the consent of their physician. The enzymes enhance the effects of the blood thinning medications making them stronger.

Why do you call Vitälzym a vegetarian product?

The enzymes used in Vitälzym are plant derived with no animal products. This allows everyone, including strict vegetarians, to take Vitälzym. Some enzyme products use ingredients that are derived from bovine (cows).

How does World Nutrition grow their enzymes? Is the process ecologically safe? Does the process use any chemicals?

The enzymes in Vitalzym come from two sources; the fruit enzymes along with the Amla and Rutin are from fruit grown in organic plantations, and the protease and serrapeptase are lab grown in a protein (fungus) medium. The enzymes are then extracted from the medium so that not a trace of fungus is left on the enzyme and the purity is assured.

What is serrapeptase and where does it come from?

Serrapeptase is a powerful proteolytic enzyme. In Japan, Takada sells serrapeptase as a registered anti-inflammatory medicine under the product name Dazen. Serrapeptase is laboratory grown

Does weather affect your product?

Exposure to heat over 150º for an extended period of time can destroy the enzymes. Store your Vitälzym in a cool, dry place, with the lid of the bottle tightly closed.

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What Patients Says About VitalZym:

I just started taking Vitalzym yesterday.  I have Fibromyalgia, have had lower back surgery, am going to have surgery on my neck for a bulging disk and pain in my right arm, have had numerous surgeries on my feet and have had 3 female surgeries.  I have headaches on a regular basis and basically I am always in pain.  I took two of the pills late yesterday afternoon and two more this morning.  It is now 1:00 p.m. and I am virtually pain free.  I have not been pain free in at least 10 years.  This is amazing that one combined pill can do al this.

Thank you for the product.  - C. Feikema, Clarksville, Arkansas

I have suffered with TMJ disease (Temporo-Mandibular Joint or Jaw Joint) for several years. I have had laser surgery, physical therapy, and acupuncture with no relief. I have been unable to sleep and eat at times because of the pain. Two months ago I started taking Vitalzym and this week I have no pain and feel better than I have in years.

Thank You so much for your product.    - R. Fowler, Port Lavaca, TX

"Just wanted to say thanks for your product, Vitalzym.

I have had many reports of improvements for various complaints from pains, to swelling of joints, to Raynaud's... being relieved by Vitalzym.

Two of the most remarkable were in cardiac patients with claudication of their legs besides the angina they had. One was getting ozone treatments with Calcium EDTA chelation and was no longer having pain at rest. All of his major coronary arteries were completely occluded and Mayo clinic had tried laser, robotic therapy, rotorutter,... and for five years running, he had spent over $10,000 for a month of failed treatments each year. After three weeks of the above chelation therapy he felt better, but paid a price for exertion. After a few days on the Vitalzym, as well as chelation and ozone saunas, he's back hunting, fishing, hiking... with no pain in his chest or legs.

The other fella was as bad... with angina at rest and claudication on 15 feet of walking, he, too, had the calcium EDTA and ozone saunas and was better, but came in today stating the he was able to walk to the grocery store without having to stop once and didn't even feel a tinge of pain or fatigue just two days after starting the Vitalzym.

My hat's off to your company for such a good response...far better than your competitor (I dare not refer to the "W" product here). I will continue to refer patients to you for their products."

Sincerely,    - D. Harper, MD, Conrad, MT

I am writing you to thank you for your miracle product, VITALZYM.

In 1945, at age 6, my friend, Bobbie and I fell into a pocket of radiation while playing the game Red Rover. We did not know it was radiation then, but immediately our lungs started burning badly. Betty, a girl slightly older than us, helped us up. It felt like we had the wind knocked out of us but it did not go away. Bobbie died within a few months and Betty died at age 35. I survived, but had the worst Asthma, and scar tissue on my lungs (and in and on my organs and throughout my body). I could exert myself for only 2 or 3 minutes and I would collapse gasping for air. My whole life since then has been a health nightmare.

I didn't find out I had been radiated until 1995, fifty years after the fall into the pocket of Iodine 131. The release was 650,000 curries of Iodine 131. After raining, the moisture caused the pocket to form.

I am now 63 and had been referred to as 'death warmed over' since 1996, because the medical community did not have a category for my medical problem. Just one month ago, I took what I thought was my last trip to my Doctor. He let me list my medical maladies and then said, "your body is full of scar tissue, right? So, take this new product and thank the man upstairs, because it eats scar tissue, and it is a miracle."

I now have increased lung function by 25%, virtually no pain, can walk with my wife, walk two flights of stairs without getting winded, and feel better every day!

How can I thank you for this miracle? Maybe by helping others understand that this miracle product can help all people feel better, because fibrin is caused by aging and is formed after injury or illness.

Thank you for my miracle.   - P. Heineman, Wilkesboro, NC

I have suffered for many years with severe allergies and continual back pain from injuries sustained while serving in the armed forces as a helicopter pilot during the Viet Nam Conflict. I started taking VITALZYM daily in January and by March all but the mildest symptoms of my allergies have disappeared and I have had no back pain. I can now enjoy playing golf pain free and allergy free. I highly recommend VITALZYM as part of one's daily nutritional regimen.

- J. Holmes, President, The Marketing Group, Scottsdale, AZ

I find it difficult to describe how wonderful I feel ! In December I was a kidney donor. Of course I was extremely uncomfortable. I was on the way to recovery when in March I got the flu. I do not have enough hands to cough and sneeze, and felt as bad after the flu as I had in January. My boss suggested Vitalzym and I was not convinced it would help, but decided to try it. It is amazing!!! After only one and one half days I realized I felt much better. I had taken Vitalzym for about three weeks when I started wondering if I had just actually recovered and didn't really need the Vitalzym. I stopped taking it for only about one half of one day when I realized how good it is.

This last weekend (the middle of May) I worked almost like it was before the surgery. I got so much done it was scary. Thank you for finding the answer to my problem. You have a wonderful product and you won't find the day when it is not a part of my medicine cabinet.

A side note. I gave a bottle of Vitalzym to a good friend after her knee surgery and she not only quit taking pain medicine she had a prescription for, she quit taking Tylenol. You should also tell people that Vitalzym is good for black eyes also. A friend of mine got a shiner on Monday and needed to look good for a convention on Friday and with the help of a lot of Vitalzym, she looked normal with no makeup on Friday. She was amazed at how quickly it worked for her.

- H. Herrell, Regional Sales, Palko Distributing

"Last week I received a sample bottle of Vitalzym. I heard about it when you sent me a cassette tape. I hardly ever listen to those, but I was just going on a long drive when it came, and decided to listen on the way. I am an acupuncturist and RN, and have been trying out various enzymes, mostly with very little success. I got my bottle of Vitalzym in the afternoon, and decided to take one before going to bed. When I woke up the next morning, I went down to get my coffee as usual, but I noticed something odd when coming back up the stairs. My knees didn't hurt. Now I don't normally have a lot of knee pain, just what I call old age creeping up. But what made me stop and notice was that I had NO knee pain. I even walked back down and up the stairs just to make sure. I kept taking my enzymes that day, and several times went up and down the stairs just to make sure I wasn't hurting. Now, a few days later, still no knee pain and my chronic low back pain is about half of normal. Can it really be that one pill knocked out my knee pain??? If so, this really is fairy dust. I have several of my patient's trying Vitalzym. Can't wait to see the results!"

- C. McKenna, Los Osos, CA

"I think your Vitalzym is a fantastic product! I have heard that it is good for inflammation and yesterday (Father's Day Eve) I was in the perfect situation to test it.

My husband and I were sitting on the sofa playing with our beautiful and vivacious 18-month old son. It was past his bedtime and he was a bit rambunctious. After several minutes of tickling his tummy and the bottoms of his feet, it happened! He was sitting on my lap when he decided to try a back flip. He pushed off my legs and threw himself backwards (head first). I guess he was in my "straight-on blind spot" because I never saw him coming. The next thing I knew, the back of his head smashed into my nose. I felt and heard something crunch and the pain was incredible. After the initial shock had passed, we determined the cartilage in my nose had been ripped off the bone and had torn. But the bones were somehow still intact. Before I even finished making the ice pack, my nose, cheeks and eyes were starting to swell. So, I quickly took 20 Vitalzym Capsules and then spent the better part of an hour with my nose packed in ice. By the time I retired for the evening, the external swelling had already disappeared and there wasn't any internal swelling at all! The next morning, there was a tiny bit of swelling and my nose and checks had a nice "rosy" color to them. I took 10 more Vitalzym Capsules and all of the swelling again disappeared. Plus, the pain and discomfort was also almost totally gone! I was really concerned that I would have at least one black eye or a huge black place across the bridge of my nose, but I didn't have any visible bruising either!

I shutter to think what kind of swelling I might have had and for how long, if there had not been any Vitalzym in my house. I attribute the total lack of internal and external swelling and lack of discoloration to the Vitalzym.

Thank you for creating such a superior product."

- M., San Antonio, TX

The above information is from: http://www.vitalzym.com/testimonial2.htm

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Vitalzym™ is natural. It contains no animal derivatives, artificial flavors, artificial colors, yeast or gluten. Vitalzym™ is also lactose free and contains no harmful talc.

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Vitalzym Ingredients

Proteolytic enzyme (Protease)

The term "proteolytic" refers to all enzymes that digest protein. Other classes of enzymes include Amylase a digestive enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates and Lipase a digestive enzyme that breaks down fat during the digestive process. Each of these help in the digestion of food which in turn helps with absorption of those essential nutrients in the diet. In the body, proteolytic digestive enzymes are produced in the pancreas, but supplemental forms of enzymes may come from fungal or bacterial sources, extraction from the pancreas of livestock animals (trypsin/chymotrypsin) or extraction from plants (such as papain from the papaya and Bromelain from pineapples). The primary uses of proteolytic enzymes in dietary supplements are used as digestive enzymes, anti-inflammatory agents and pain relievers.

There are a number of clinical trials showing the benefit of using oral proteolytic enzymes as a digestive aid. Proteolytic enzymes are also theorized to help reduce symptoms of food allergies and as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases

Perhaps the strongest evidence for benefits of proteolytic enzyme supplements come from numerous European studies showing various enzyme blends to be effective in accelerating recovery from exercise and injury in sportsmen as well as tissue repair in patients following surgery. In one study of footballers suffering from ankle injuries, proteolytic enzyme supplements accelerated healing and got players back on the field about 50% faster than athletes assigned to receive a placebo tablet(1). A handful of other small trials in athletes have shown enzymes can help reduce inflammation, speed healing of bruises and other tissue injuries (including fractures) and reduce overall recovery time when compared to athletes taking a placebo(2-8). In patients recovering from facial and various reconstructive surgeries, treatment with proteolytic enzymes significantly reduced swelling, bruising and stiffness compared to placebo groups (9-11).

Serrapeptase

Serrapeptase, also known as Serratia peptidase, is a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the non-pathogenic enterobacteria Serratia E15. The enzyme is found naturally in the intestine of the silkworm, which is used by the silkworm to dissolve the cocoon and emerge as a moth. When consumed in unprotected tablets or capsules, the enzyme is destroyed by acid in the stomach. However, when enterically coated the enzyme passes through the stomach unchanged, and can be absorbed in the intestine.

It has many clinical uses including: as an anti-inflammatory agent (particularly for post traumatic swelling), or Fibrocystic breast disease, or Bronchitis (Serrapeptase loosens and expels mucous).

Serrapeptase digests dead tissue, blood clots, cysts, and arterial plaque. The late German physician Dr. Hans Nieper, used serrapeptase to treat arterial blockage in his coronary patients. Clinical studies show that serrapeptase induces fibrinolytic, anti-inflammatory and anti-edemic (prevents swelling and fluid retention) activity in a number of tissues, and that its anti-inflammatory effects are superior to other proteolytic enzymes(12). Besides reducing inflammation, one of serrapeptase's most profound benefits is reduction of pain, due to its ability to block the release of pain-inducing amines from inflamed tissues(13) Physicians throughout Europe and Asia have recognized the anti-inflammatory and pain-blocking benefits of this naturally occurring substance and are using it in treatment as an alternative to salicylates, ibuprofen, and other NSAIDs(14).

Bromelain & Papain

Both Bromelain and Papain are plant derived proteolytic enzymes. Bromelain, also known as bromelin, is a protein-digesting enzyme extracted from the flesh and stem of the pineapple plant, Ananas comosus. Papain, is a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the papaya plant, Carica papaya. Bromelain is most notable for its effectiveness in the reduction of inflammation and decreasing swelling, but the scope of its benefits continues to increase. As a natural anti-inflammatory enzyme, bromelain has many uses. Arthritis patients may reduce the swelling that causes joint pain by taking bromelain. Bromelain may also be helpful for the pain, numbness, tingling, aching, and loss of motor and sensory function in the fingers resulting from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) (15,16). Prevention of the adhesiveness of platelets to endothelial cell walls was accomplished with 0.1 mcg/ml of Bromelian(16a). Thus the benefit of bromelain occurs over a broad range of doses, and even small amounts may be beneficial to anyone at risk to thrombotic heart attack or stroke. Papain has been shown to be effective in preventing burn wound infection and helping remove dead cells(17). Papain is also used for the following:

Defibrinating wounds in hospitals

Preventing cornea scar deformation

Used in treatments of jellyfish and insect stings

To treat edemas, inflammatory processes, and in the acceleration of wound healing

In low doses as an indigestion medicine

Papain has been used to treat ulcers, dissolve membranes in diphtheria and reduce swelling, fever and adhesions after surgery.

Amla

Also known as Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) is the richest source of Vitamin C. It also contains tannic acid, glucose, protein, cellulose and Calcium. Amla is useful for stomach problems, it is antipyretic, hair tonic and nerve brain tonic. It's also useful in anemia, hyperacidity and in gynecological problems and epistaxis. Amla is considered to have restorative and preventive properties.

Rutin

Is one of the many existing Flavonoids. Flavonoids are a class of water-soluble plant pigments. Flavonoids support health by strengthening capillaries and other connective tissue, and some function as anti-inflammatory, antihistaminic, and antiviral agents. Rutin and several other flavonoids may also protect blood vessels. Rutin was shown to stimulate wound healing in rats and augment the tensile strength of scar tissue significantly(18).

References

1. Buck JE, Phillips N. Trial of Chymoral in professional footballers. Br J Clin Pract.1970 Sep;24(9):375-7.

2. Craig RP. The quantitative evaluation of the use of oral proteolytic enzymes in the treatment of sprained ankles. Injury. 1975 May;6(4):313-6.

3. Fisher JD, Weeks RL, Curry WM, Hrinda ME, Rosen LL. Effects of an oral enzyme preparation, Chymoral, upon serum proteins associated with injury (acute phase reactants) in man. J Med. 1974;5(5):258-73.

4. France LH. Treatment of injuries with orally administered Varidase as compared to Chymoral and Tanderil. Praxis. 1968 May 14;57(19):683-5.

5. Gal P, Tecl F, Skotakova J, Mach V. Systemic enzyme therapy in the treatment of supracondylar fractures of the humerus in children. Rozhl Chir. 1998 Dec;77(12):574-6.

6. Hingorani K. Oral enzyme therapy in severe back pain. Br J Clin Pract. 1968 May 5;22(5):209-10.

7. Rathgeber WF. The use of proteolytic enzymes (chymoral) in sporting injuries. S Afr Med J. 1971 Feb 13;45(7):181-3.

8. Schwinger O. Results of oral enzyme therapy in wounds of muscles, tendons and bones after accidents. Wien Med Wochenschr. 1970 Sep 5;120(36):603-5.

9. Duskova M, Wald M. Orally administered proteases in aesthetic surgery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 1999 Jan-Feb;23(1):41-4.

10. Hoernecke R, Doenicke A. Perioperative enzyme therapy. A significant supplement to postoperative pain therapy? Anaesthesist. 1993 Dec;42(12):856-61.

11. Lie KK, Larsen RD, Posch JL. Therapeutic value of oral proteolytic enzymes following hand surgery. Arch Surg. 1969 Jan;98(1):103-4.

12. Mazzone A, Catalani M, Costanzo M, Drusian A, Mandoli A, Russo S, Guarini E, Vesperini G. Evaluation of Serratia peptidase in acute or chronic inflammation of otorhinolaryngology pathology: a multicentre, double-blind, randomized trial versus placebo. J Int Med Res. 1990; 18(5):379-88.

13. Mazzone A, et al. Evaluation of Serratia peptidase in acute or chronic inflammation of otorhinolaryngology pathology: a multicentre, double blind, randomized trial versus placebo. J Int Med Res. 1990; 18(5):379-88.

14. Aso T et al. Breast engorgement and its treatment: Clinical effects of Danzen an anti-inflammatory enzyme preparation. The world of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Japanese). 1981; 33:371-9.

15. Petry, Judy J. "Nutritional supplements and surgical patients." AORN Journal (June 1997).

16. Kelly, G.S. "Bromelain: A Literature Review and Discussion of Its Therapeutic Applications." Alternative Medicine Review (November 1, 1996).

16a. Metzig, C et al Bromelain Proteases reduce human platelet aggregation in vitro, adhesion to bovine endothelial cells and thrombus formation in rat vessels in vivo. In Vivo 13 (1): 7-12 Jan-Feb 1999.

17. Starley, I. F.; Mohammed, P.; Schneider, G.; Bickler, S. W. The treatment of paediatric burns using topical papaya. Burns 1999 nov 25 (7) 636-9

18. Wilhelmi, G. Effect of O-(beta-hydroxyethyl)-rutiside on wound healing in the rat. J pharmacology 1979 19(2):82-85.

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