Digestion is actually the breakdown of food into smaller molecules that can be readily absorbed and utilized by the body. The process of digestion includes many enzymes that are necessary for the digestion of food.

Alcohol is an intoxicating agent created through the use of micro-organisms. Alcohol is derived from the metabolism of carbohydrates when oxygen is absent.

Digestive enzymes are readily available from most of the raw foods that are consumed. The processing of most food products destroys the presence of most digestive enzymes.

What is interesting to note about enzymes, is that while they increase overall reaction rate, they do not change the reaction. Enzymes accelerate reactions by altering the activation energy of the chemical reaction.

There are a variety of digestive enzyme supplements available. However, not all supplements are created equal. The body has specific requirements for the amounts of digestive enzymes within the gastrointestinal tract.

There are certain foods that should be avoided to ensure the maintenance of a healthy digestive system. Many of these foods will even cause reactions, upset stomach, nausea, heartburn, or acid reflux.

Digestive enzymes are limited to the gastrointestinal tract (digestive system) of the body. Digestive enzymes are responsible for the degradation of specific complex compounds, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, into simpler compounds that can be readily absorbed and used by the body.

There are a variety of raw foods that are associated with health benefits, including benefits to the digestive system. Raw foods also typically contain particularly high amounts of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and essential amino acids in comparison to cooked foods.

Put simply, no, you do not have an infinite supply of enzymes. Enzymes are naturally produced by the body. However, the adequate production of these enzymes is critically dependent upon the presence of the necessary building blocks.

Enzymes are proteins that are used by the body as catalysts to accelerate the speed of reactions. This is possible due to the fact that enzymes effectively lower the activation energy (the energy required for a reaction) without permanently changing these mediated reactions.