α-Galactosidase (Alpha Galactosidase)
Humans produce this enzyme called alpha-galactosidase; however, it is not in significant amounts. This enzyme is needed in the gastrointestinal tract to fully digest polysaccharides. Saccharides are fermentable carbohydrates, also known as sugars, found in abundance in plants, particularly in legumes and vegetables. If these sugars are not broken down effectively then it can cause gas and bloating. This enzyme is there to avoid bloating, abdominal pain, discomfort, flatulence and diarrhea related to the ingestion of fermentable carbohydrates.
About one third of the population suffers from abdominal pain stemming from maldigestion or partially digested foods. This naturally occurring enzyme is found in saliva and in pancreatic enzymes which are then transported to the small intestine to break down the food. If alpha galactosidase is not sufficient due to metabolic disorders, reduced stomach acid due to age, or other reasons, this will increase the probability of partially broken-down food in the digestive tract which can lead to uncomfortable symptoms after eating.
Technical insights:
- Country of origin: from India and processed in USA
- Microbial fermentation on a corn media
- 350 GALU (galactosidic units)
- Sourced from Aspergillus niger
Non-GMO
Pesticide Free
Ingredient Benefits
Reduce bloating, abdominal discomfort and pain after eating
People with otherwise healthy digestive systems can experience gas and bloating with some foods, and usually it is whole unprocessed foods that are the offenders. This may lead to people preferring processed foods to avoid the discomfort of breaking down complex carbohydrates. Eating highly processed foods is not good practice for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. To help your body digest whole grains, cruciferous vegetables, beans, peas and lentils, it is recommended to supplement with Alpha Galactosidase to assist the breakdown of nutrients and mitigate uncomfortable symptoms after eating.
Better breakdown of nutrients to be used by the body
Alpha Galactosidase is needed to break down complex carbohydrates. It is important to break the many sugars, all connected, into their simple forms so that the body’s cells can use energy. Eating too quickly and not chewing well enough, antibiotic use, chemicals in food and stressed lifestyles can all interfere with proper breakdown of whole foods which can leave people, even those who do eat well, in a malnourished state.
Reduce IBS Symptoms
Alpha Galactosidase has been clinically shown to provide a significant reduction in symptoms for those with galactooligosaccharides (GOS) sensitive IBS. Fermentable carbohydrates linked with triggering IBS symptoms are mitigated with Alpha Galactosidase treatment. It has been concluded that it is good practice to include α-Galactosidase in conjunction with the low FODMAP diet.
External supplementation with alpha galactosidase has been shown to properly break down the complex carbohydrates before they reach the large intestine. Therefore, having adequate amounts of this enzyme prevents the carbohydrates from fermenting in the colon and leading to gastrointestinal discomfort. Having enough of the right enzymes at the right time also allows for better nutrient extraction from food. It is important that α-Galactosidase is resistant to enzymes in the gut that break down proteins. One such source is from Aspergillus niger which allows α-Galactosidase to perform its function in the gut.
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