The Health Benefits Of Serrapeptase

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The Health Benefits Of Serrapeptase

Author: Dr. Group 05/16/2012

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What Is Serrapeptase?

Discovered in the early 1970's, this proteolytic enzyme was isolated from

the Serratia species of bacteria located in the intestines of silkworms.

Serrapeptase, also called serratiopeptidase, is truly a superior enzyme that

provides strong anti-inflammatory properties. Today Serrapeptase is used all

over Europe and Asia in clinical settings and is used as a viable

alternative to ibuprofen and NSAIDs. It has the ability to break down

non-living tissue in the body.

Serrapeptase is perhaps one of the world's most exciting enzymes being

studied in regard to its wide variety of clinical applications. Currently,

especially in Europe and Asia, it is clinically used for anti-inflammatory

conditions such as atherosclerosis, arthritis, fibrocystic breast disease

and carpal tunnel syndrome. One of the most well-known proponents for this

enzyme was the German physician, Dr. Hans Nieper. He had great success

supplementing with serrapeptase for the reduction of heart disease and

arterial blockage in his patients. He also believed that it may prevent

stroke and was even more effective than EDTA chelation for removing arterial

plaque.

How Does Serrapeptase Work?

Serrapeptase is an immunologically active enzyme. It can bind itself to the

alpha 2 macroglobulin in our plasma where it is shielded from the immune

system while retaining its enzymatic activity, and in this way it is

transferred to the sites where it is needed in the body. It is this same

type of powerful yet specific action that allows silkworms to eat its own

protective cocoon, digest it without any side effects and fly away.

Amazingly, serrapeptase has the distinct ability to digest only non-living

tissue allowing the old toxic layers that clog the digestive system and the

lining of our arteries to dissolve. This is one reason why its so good at

keeping arterial deposits from building up after heart surgery. [2]

Health Benefits of Serrapeptase

Some of the reported health benefits of the serrapeptase enzyme include:

a.. Atherosclerosis: Dr. Nieper found that Serrapeptase could dissolve

blood clots and reduce varicose veins. Other studies from Germany have found

that serrapeptase could effectively remove atherosclerotic plaque without

hurting any of the healthy cells along the arterial wall.

b.. Chronic Inflammation: Multiple studies confirm its anti-inflammatory

properties, and it has been used for this reason in the reduction of chronic

sinusitis and other chronic or acute inflammatory conditions.

c.. Helps with Traumatic Injuries: Serrapeptase is widely used in Europe

as a supplement for traumatic injury (such as sprains and torn ligaments),

as well as the inflammation associated with post-surgical patients.

d.. Pain, Edema and Swelling: Serrapeptase has been approved as a standard

remedy in many European countries for inflammation and swelling. A

double-blind German study on the enzyme found that it could reduce swelling

by up 50% in post-operative patients. Patients taking serrapeptase

experienced statistically significant less pain than the control groups and,

by the 10th day of the study, all patients taking the serrapeptase were

completely pain free. [3,5,6,7]

e.. Helps with Cystic Breast Disease: In a double-blind study,

Serrapeptase was found to reduce breast pain, breast swelling and induration

in 85.7% of the patients taking the supplement. This is related to the fact

that the enzyme possesses fibrinolytic, proteolytic and anti-edemic

properties. [2]

f.. Helps Infections in the Ear, Nose and Throat: In one double-blind

study, patients with acute or chronic ear, nose or throat diseases found

significant symptom regression with Serrapeptase. The enzyme is able to

reduce the viscosity of mucous, thus facilitating drainage. [4]

g.. Helps with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Recent studies confirm the use of

this anti-inflammatory enzyme for the reduction of symptoms associated with

carpal tunnel syndrome. [2]

h.. Other Potential Benefits: Serrapeptase is currently being studied and

used for a vast array of applications for human health and disease

prevention. This includes therapeutic use for nerve damage, Multiple

Sclerosis, chronic ear infections, hayfever, lung congestion, swollen

glands, laryngitis, rhinitis, chronic pain, arthritis, back and neck pain,

diabetes, ulcers, osteoporosis, prostate problems, rheumatoid arthritis,

sports injuries (both prevention and recovery), post operative scars and

lesions, varicose veins, arterial diseases, angina, blood clots, anti-aging,

restoration of healthy fibrin metabolism and reduction in C-Reactive

Protein.

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How to Read the Units of Measurement for Serrapeptase

Serrapeptase is measured in SUs (Serrapeptase Units). This comes from the

Japanese and Korean Pharmacopeias, whereby one unit of Serrapeptase is the

activity yielding a product equivalent of 1.0 ?g of Tyrosine per minute at

pH 9.0 and 37 degrees Celcius on a casein substrate.

Where Can I Find The Best Source of Serrapeptase?

The product VeganZymeT contains a 100% vegan form of Serrapeptase cultured

from Serratia marcescens. It comes from all vegetarian, non-GMO sources, is

kosher certified, gluten free, contains no animal product and is completely

suitable for vegetarians and vegans. VeganZymeT is the most advanced

full-spectrum systemic and digestive enzyme formula in the world and is free

from fillers and toxic compounds. This formula contains digestive enzymes

which help digest fats (lipids), sugars, proteins, carbohydrates, gluten,

fruits and vegetables, cereals, legumes, bran, nuts and seeds, soy, dairy

and all other food sources. VeganZymeT may also be used as a systemic enzyme

blend to break down excess mucus, fibrin, various toxins, allergens, as well

as excess clotting factors throughout your body.

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http://www.angelfire.com/az/sthurston/serrapeptase_proteolitic_enzyme.html

2.. http://www.serrapeptase.info/

3.. Kee WH. Tan SL, Lee V. Salmon YM. The treatment of breast engorgement

with Serrapeptase (Danzen): a randomized double-blind controlled trial.

Singapore Med J. 1989:30(1):48-54.

4.. Mizukoshi, D. et al. A double-blind clinical study of serrapeptase in

the treatment of chronic sinusitis. Igaku Ayrni 109:50-62.1979.

5.. Mazzonie, A. et al. Evaluation of serrapeptase in acute or chronic

inflammation of otorhinolaryngology pathology: a multicentre, double-blind

randomized trial versus placebo. J. int. Med. Res. 18(5):379-388,1990.

6.. Kakinumu, A. et al. Regression of fibrinolysis in scalded rats by

administration of serrapeptase. Biochem. Pharmacol. 31:2861-2866,1982.

7.. Odagiri, J. et al. Clinical applications of serrapeptase in sinusitis.

Med. Consult. New Remedy 6:201-209, 1979.

8.. Esch PM, Gemgross H. Fabian A. Reduction of postoperative swelling.

Objective measurement of swelling of the upper ankle joint in treatment with

serrapeptase-a prospective study (German). FortschrMed. 1989; 107(4):67-8,

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