US Enzymes

The Thyroid Debacle

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We are keen to keep things simple.  Computer programs have “yes” and “no” and none of the grey in-betweens.  Have you ever tried to answer a questionnaire with a “yes, but” and there is no space allotted for your answer? You arrive at your practitioner’s office with dozens of low thyroid symptoms: weight gain, hair … Read more

Sulforaphane – Marshalling A Powerful Antioxidant Defense

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Sulforaphane is derived from broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, Brussel sprouts, and Bok choi.  There are several mechanisms identified to explain the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor effects of sulforaphane. A primary role is activating Nrf2 which has a powerful cascading effect. Glucoraphanin in broccoli is converted by myrosinase to sulforaphane. Sulforaphane then activates … Read more

Prebiotics, Postbiotics

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A review article entitled “Prolonged Isolated Soluble Dietary Fibre Supplementation in Overweight and Obese Patients: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (1) illustrates a positive effect on weight loss with a wide variety of soluble fibers even with short term use. Endpoints such as improvements in insulin resistance, better elimination and promoting … Read more

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