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Enzymes FAQ'S
Q. Enzymes: What are enzymes?
Q. How do enzymes work?
Q. What is a digestive enzyme?
Q. What is a systemic enzyme?
Q. What is systemic enzyme therapy?
Q. Is there research regarding the use
of systemic enzyme therapy?
Q. What is a proteolytic enzyme?
Q. What is a lipase enzyme?
Q. What is an amylase enzyme?
Q. What bromelain?
Q. What papain?
Q. What else are enzymes used for?
Q. Are enzymes considered "anti-inflammatory
drugs"?
Q. What prevents the enzymes from digesting
our inner organs and tissues?
Q. How long do oral enzymes last within
the body?
Q. What enzymes are in the Modenym-S
formula?
Q. What is serrapeptase and where does
it come from?
Q. Do other countries recognize the
benefits of Serrapeptase?
Q. Is Pain Power a prescription medication?
Q. What is the recommended dosage of
Pain Power?
Q. Do I need to take Pain Power dosage
all
at once or is it better to divide the dosage?
Q. How many can I take at one time even
if I am dividing the doses?
Q. Why is it important to drink water
when taking Pain Power for systemic therapy?
Q. Why do different dosage levels work
for different people?
Q. Is it safe to take high doses of
Systemic Enzymes?
Q. Why is it suggested to take Pain
Power in high dosages?
Q. Is there a history regarding the
safe use of enzymes?
Q. What are some benefits I can expect
from taking Pain Power?
Q. How long before the Pain Power takes effect?
Q. What claims do you make about the
effectiveness of Pain Power?
Q. Are there any SIDE EFFECTS at all
with this product?
Q. Will I notice any changes in my urine?
Q. Why is it important to take Pain
Power on an empty stomach?
Q. I find it hard to have an empty stomach.
Is there another way I can take Pain Power?
Q. What happens if I take Pain Power
with food?
Q. It is okay to take Pain Power with
hot beverages such as tea?
Q. Are there any compatibility issues
with other nutraceuticals?
Q. Are there any compatibility issues
with any prescribed drugs?
Q. Are there compatibility issues with
protein based dietary supplements?
Q. Can I take herbs with Systemic Enzymes?
Q. How can Systemic Enzymes help with
auto immune disorders?
Q. Can Systemic Enzymes help with diabetes?
Q. Can Pain Power help with herniated
disks?
Q. Can Pain Power help with varicose
veins?
Q. Can Systemic Enzymes help with scar
tissue?
Q. What is fibrin?
Q. How does Pain Power help to regulate
the blood?
Q. Can Pain Power overly thin the blood?
Q. How long should I wait to take Pain
Power after surgery?
Q. Is Pain Power helpful as a pain reducer?
Q. Will Pain Power work for menstrual
cramps?
Q. Does taking magnesium and zinc compliment
the use of Pain Power?
Q. Does Pain Power have an enteric coating?
Q. What does enteric coated mean?
Q. Should I tell my doctor that I am
taking Pain Power?
Q. Why didn’t my doctor suggest
Pain Power?
Q. Is Pain Power something I can take
indefinitely for general well being?
Q. Who should not Pain Power?
Q. Can I take Pain Power if I am breastfeeding?
Q. Can I take Pain Power if I am allergic
to citrus?
Q. Does weather affect the quality of
Pain Power?
Q. Does Pain Power need to be kept in
the refrigerator?
Q. How does Pain Power compare with
other enzyme formulas with Nattokinase?
Q. Enzymes: What are enzymes?
A. 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.
Q. How do enzymes work?
A.
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.
Q. What is a digestive enzyme?
A. 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. Digestion begins in
the mouth, continues on in the stomach, and is completed in the
small intestine.
Q. What is a systemic enzyme?
A. Systemic enzymes work at the organ and cellular
levels to fight inflammation and chronic disorders. Some of these
enzymes are responsible for different bodily functions, such as
respiration, vision, growth, reproductions, and the storage and
release of energy. This is why you may experience increased energy
when taking enzymes. There have been approximately 3,000 enzymes
in the human body that have been identified so far.
Q. What is systemic enzyme therapy?
A. Systemic enzyme
therapy is utilizing enzyme supplementation
to increase the enzymes throughout
your body to assist in restoring
the body to health.
Q. Is there research regarding the use of
systemic enzyme therapy?
A. According to Dr. Wong, "systemic enzymes have a 5 decade
history of use in orthodox medicine in Germany, Central Europe,
and Japan where over 200 peered reviewed studies have been done
showing not only absorption but also therapeutic action in humans
and livestock." Serrapeptase Research
Q. What is a proteolytic enzyme?
A.
The proteolytic enzyme
digests protein. Some examples
of proteolytic enzymes are protease,
serrapeptase, bromelain, and papain.
Q. What is a lipase enzyme?
A. Lipase digests
fat. It is an enzyme secreted
in the digestive tract that catalyzes
the breakdown of fats into individual
fatty acids that can be absorbed
into the bloodstream.
Q. What is an amylase enzyme?
A.
Any of a group of proteins found
in saliva and pancreatic juice
and parts of plants, Amylase digests
carbohydrates and helps convert
starch to sugar.
Q. What bromelain?
A. An enzyme
found in pineapples that breaks
down other proteins, such as collagen.
Q. What papain?
A. A
proteolytic enzyme obtained from
unripe papaya.
Q. What else are enzymes used for?
A.
Enzymes are widely used in the
food industry. Enzymes are also
essential in the manufacture of
beer.
Q. Are enzymes considered "anti-inflammatory
drugs"?
A.
Proteolytic Enzymes are considered
anti-inflammatory agents.
Systemic Enzymes
Q. What prevents the enzymes from
digesting our inner organs and tissues?
A. The body has a protective mechanism that prevents it
from digesting itself. This mechanism works by our bodies ability
to tag "self proteins" differently from "foreign proteins" that
are not part of our biological make-up so it can distinguish them
from each other.
Q. How long do oral enzymes last
within the body?
A. Oral enzymes,
such as those in Modenzym-S are
rapidly eliminated from the body
and are undetectable in the blood
after 24 to 48 hours.
Q. What enzymes are in the Modenym-S
formula?
A. Modenzym-S
is a proprietary blend of systemic
enzymes including, protease, bromelain,
serrapeptase, amylase, lipase,
and papain.
Ingredients
Q. What is serrapeptase and where
does it come from?
A. Also known
as Serratia peptidase; a proteolytic
enzyme isolated from the non-pathogenic
enterobacteria Serratia E15. Serrapeptase
has been shown to be one of the
most fibrinolytic enzymes available
today. 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.
This enzyme is an important factor
in Modenzym-S .
Q. Do other countries recognize
the benefits of Serrapeptase?
A. Yes,
European and Asian physicians
are using this naturally occurring
enzyme as a natural anti-inflammatory
and pain reducer and an alternative
to salicylates (aspirin), ibuprophen,
and other NSAID’s (non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs). They
have also studied systemic enzyme
therapy for almost 5 decades.
Q. Is Pain Power a prescription
medication?
A. No,Pain Power-S
is considered a natural dietary
supplement
Q. What is the recommended dosage
of Pain Power?
A. For general
purposes, the suggested use on
the label is 3 capsules, 1 to
3 times daily. Take capsules at
least 30 minutes before a meal,
60 minutes after a meal, or any
time in between meals. Or, take
an activation dosage as recommended
by a healthcare professional.
Every person is biologically different;
therefore a higher or lower dosage
may be appropriate for each individual.
It is important to understand
each person's "activation" dosage
for those who are addressing specific
conditions. Suggested Use
Q. Do I need to take all the Modenzym-S
at once or is it better to divide the dosage?
A.
It is better to take
in divided doses to keep the enzymes
in your system throughout the
day rather than taking them all
at one time.
Q. How many can I take at one time
even if I am dividing the doses?
A. You
can take up to 10 capsules at
once and it is not unsafe to take
more than that, but they will
most likely not be utilized by
the body.
Q. Why is it important to drink
water when taking Pain Power for systemic therapy?
A. One reason is to be sure the enzymes get into the intestinal
tract where they will be transported by the blood to needed areas
of the body. The other reason is that some enzymes need water to
activate them. Additionally, as one goes through the cleansing phase
toxins are released; drinking plenty of water helps the body rid
itself of these toxins via the bowels and kidneys which will help
reduce effects from detoxifying.
Q. Why do different dosage levels
work for different people?
A. Factors such
as weight, age, sex, body metabolism,
health status, lifestyle, and
diet can all influence what dosage
will be considered an “activation
dose” for each individual.
Q. Is it safe to take high doses
of Systemic Enzymes?
A.
Do not worry that you will overdose
taking Pain Power. Enzymes do
not have toxicity levels like
many medications, vitamins, or
minerals. Nor do they get stored
in the body where they can become
toxic.
Q. Why is it suggested to take
Pain Power in high dosages?
A. Enzyme molecules
are very large so it is difficult
to pack a sufficient amount in
one capsule.
Q. Is there a history regarding
the safe use of enzymes?
A. Yes,
there is recorded information
on the safety of using digestive
enzymes that dates back to the
early 1900’s. Systemic enzyme
research has been conducted in
Europe and Asia for almost 50
years and more recently in Japan
and the United States.
Q. What are some benefits I can
expect from taking Pain Power?
A.
Modenzym-S will cleanse the blood,
liver, and the colon of debris.
It can also help remove excess
fibrin from the kidneys, other
organs, muscles, and tissues.
Modenzym-S is a natural anti-inflammatory,
helps to modulate the immune system,
kill candida yeast, and fight
viruses and bacteria.
Q. How long before the Pain Power
takes effect?
A. How
quickly one responds just depends
upon an individuals state of health,
lifestyle, and diet. It may also
depend on the individual's physiological
make-up, as 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.
Q. What claims do you make about
the effectiveness of Pain Power?
A. 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 and
Energetic Nutrition do not make
specific claims.
Q. Are there any SIDE EFFECTS at all with
this product?
A. We currently
have no documented evidence of
any adverse side effects based
on the use of Pain Power.You
should not take this product without
the consent of your physician
if you are currently taking anti-coagulants,
commonly known as blood thinners,
such as Coumadin, Heparin and
Plavix.
Q. Will I notice any changes in my urine?
A.
Fibrin appears in urine as foamy
white fibers. If there is a build
up of fibrin in the kidneys, you
may notice this temporary change.
Although, this is not something
everyone experiences.
Q. Why is it important to take
Pain Power on an empty stomach?
A.
When taken between meals on an
empty stomach, the enzymes enter
the intestinal tract where they
are more readily absorbed into
the blood stream to assist various
bodily systems in fighting inflammation,
as well as acute and chronic diseases.
If you were to take them with
food, they would act as digestive
enzymes that breakdown food in
the stomach.
Q. I find it hard to have an empty
stomach. Is there another way I can take Pain Power?
A. If taking
Pain Power a half hour before
meals is not convenient or it
bothers your stomach, you may
take your dose one hour after
eating. Many customers find this
to be helpful.
Q. What happens if I take Pain
Power with food?
A.
If enzymes are taken with a meal,
they would aid digestion of food
in the stomach and only a reduced
portion would be absorbed into
the bloodstream where they can
help assist bodily functions,
as mentioned above.
Q. It is okay to take Pain Power
with hot beverages such as tea?
A.
No, enzymes are heat sensitive.
Beverages should be at least room
temperature.
Q. Are there any compatibility
issues with other nutraceuticals?
A. No. You can
still take your other nutritional
supplements. In fact, vitamins
and minerals are cofactors to
enzymes; therefore, 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. However, it is best
to take vitamins and minerals
with food and Systemic
Enzymes separately on
an empty stomach.
Q. Are there any compatibility
issues with any prescribed drugs?
A. Yes. Customers
using anti-coagulants or blood
thinners, such as Coumadin, Heparin
and Plavix, should not use Pain
Power without the consent
of their physician, as the enzymes
can enhance the effects of the
blood thinning medications, making
them stronger. It is always best
to consult with your doctor if
you are taking any prescription
medications and would like to
incorporate nutritional supplements
to your regimen.
Q. Are there compatibility issues
with protein based dietary supplements?
A.
Any supplement that has a protein
base should be taken at a different
time than when you take Modenzym-S
so that the enzymes can quickly
make it through the gastric juices
so they can be absorbed into the
blood stream.
Q. Can I take herbs with Systemic
Enzymes?
A.
Yes; however, Systemic
Enzymes may increase
the effectiveness of herbal supplements.
If you are taking herbs in therapeutic
doses, you may want to consult
with your health care professional.
Q. How can Systemic Enzymes help
with auto immune disorders?
A. Pain Power
can help to tone down an over-active
immune system by reducing the
antibodies that attack it. If
the immune system is under-active,
it will increase killer cell activity
and restore balance.
Q. Can Systemic Enzymes help with
diabetes?
A. Pain Power
can help with pancreatic function;
therefore it may be beneficial
for diabetics.
Q. Can Pain Power help with herniated
disks?
A.
Modenzym-S will help with the
pain and inflammation, but one
may need manual therapy for the
discs.
Q. Can Pain Power help with varicose
veins?
A.
Pain Power may be helpful because
it can help clear the microcirculatory
system.
Q. Can Systemic Enzymes help with scar
tissue?
A.
Yes, scar tissue is made up of
fibrin.
Q. What is fibrin?
A. Fibrin is
an insoluble protein the body
produces in response to bleeding
or inflammation. Excess fibrin
in the body leads to fibrosis
conditions, such as uterine fibroids,
fibrocystic breasts, endometriosis,
pulmonary fibrosis, and cystic
fibrosis, to name a few.
According to Scripps Research
Institute, “It is generally
assumed that the persistence of
fibrin in the extra cellular matrix
(connective tissue) promotes fibrosis,
and that the extent of fibrosis
is limited by proteinases (enzymes)
that remove the fibrin. Fibrotic
disease occurs when normal control
of this process is compromised
and excess fibrous material accumulates
in the tissues.”
Q. How does Pain Power help to
regulate the blood?
A. Pain
Power can help reduce platelet
aggregation, excess fibrin, and
debris in the blood that can cause
it to become thickened. Talk to
your doctor before taking Pain
Power if you are on prescription
blood thinners.
Q. Can Pain Power overly thin the
blood?
A. No, it will
not thin the blood beyond what
is normal for an individual, such
as aspirin and coumadin. However,
it is suggested to stop taking
Modenzym-S 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Q. How long should I wait to take Pain
Power after surgery?
A. Generally,
when all internal and external
bleeding has stopped and your
doctor tells you it is alright
to begin taking aspirin. However,
please consult with your physician
to determine when the time would
be right for you personally.
Q. Is Pain Power helpful as a pain reducer?
A. Yes, other
than reducing inflammation, serrapeptase’s
most profound benefit is reducing
pain, due to its ability to block
the release of pain-inducing amines
from inflamed tissues.
Q. Will Pain Power work for menstrual
cramps?
A. The enzymes
in Pain Power
are known for their anti-inflammatory
activity. Therefore, it may help
with the pain and inflammation
associated with smooth muscle
cramping. You can also take magnesium
citrate which helps ease smooth
muscle contractions.
Q. Does taking magnesium and zinc compliment
the use of Pain Power?
A. Yes,
magnesium activates over 2600
enzymes and zinc activates over
600 enzymes. Vitamins, minerals,
and enzymes all work together
to help support the bodies metabolic
functions. People who are estrogen
dominant are often low in these
minerals.
Q. Does Pain Power have an enteric coating?
A.
Yes, the enzymes that are sensitive
to stomach acid are individually
enteric coated using a proprietary
process that adds almost nothing
to their bulk. Most enteric coating
of powders adds up to 3 times
the bulk of the powder.
Q. What does enteric coated mean?
A. An
enteric coating is a barrier applied
to some oral dietary supplements
that prevent the acidic environment
of the stomach from destroying
nutrients such as enzymes and
probiotics (acidophilus/bifidus)
before they reach the small intestine.
Q. Should I tell my doctor that I am taking
Pain Power?
A. Yes,
especially if you are taking prescription
medications. It may be best to
print out the ingredients page
on our website to show him/her
so they can see what it contains.
Ingredients
Q. Why didn’t my doctor suggest Pain
Power?
A. Many doctors
have very limited education if
any regarding nutrition and the
use of dietary supplements. Therefore,
they often do not feel comfortable
making recommendations. However,
more and more doctors and pharmacists
are inquiring about the benefits
of enzyme therapy and incorporating
them into their protocols.
Q. Is Pain Power something I can take indefinitely
for general well being?
A.
Yes, enzymes help keep the bodily
processes in check. You can take
1 cap, 3 times daily on an empty
stomach for general maintenance.
If you are attempting to keep
a particular condition in check,
you can take 6 to 9 capsules daily
in divided doses. Pain Power -
Suggested Use
Q. Who should not Pain Power?
A.
Those with a uterine fibroid condition
who are pregnant or trying to
conceive, hemophiliacs, and those
taking prescription blood thinners,
as enzymes can increase the effectiveness
of prescription coagulants like
Coumadin, Heparin, or Plavix.
Q. Can I take Pain Power if I am
breastfeeding?
A. Check
with your doctor before taking
any dietary supplement if pregnant,
attempting to become pregnant,
or breastfeeding.
Q. Can I take Pain Power if I am
allergic to citrus?
A. If
you are allergic to citrus and
are not sure if you can take Pain
Power, it would be best to start
with a small bottle to determine
if you will have a reaction. Pain
Power contains bromelain from
pineapples, papain from papayas,
rutin is a bioflavonoid from citrus,
and Amla is from a fruit high
in Vitamin C.
Q. Does weather affect the quality of Pain Power?
A. Exposure to
heat over 150 degrees for an extended
period of time can destroy the
enzymes. Store your Pain
Power in a cool, dry
place, with the lid tightly closed.
Enzymes are freeze dried so there
is no problem if they get frozen
or are exposed to cold temperatures.
Q. Does Pain Power need to be kept
in the refrigerator?
A. No, a cool
dry place is fine. An opened bottle
in the refrigerator can cause
moisture to build up and affect
the enzymes activity levels.
Q. How does Pain Power compare
with other enzyme formulas with Nattokinase?
A. Nattokinase
is an enzyme that is used in some
cardiovascular formulas. It is
not suggested to take more than
1 capsule, 3 times daily without
strict supervision from a medical
provider. Regular Pain
Power can be taken safely
in higher doses than 3 capsules
per day. However, we do suggest
talking with your health care
professional if you have personal
concerns about taking higher doses
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