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7, Diastase AKA Maltogenic Alpha-Amylase- is an enzyme that is the catalyst in the hydrolysis of disaccharide
maltose to the simple sugar form – glucose. When starch is eaten, it is partially digested and transformed to
maltose by both the saliva enzymes and pancreatic enzymes called amylases. The maltase is secreted in the
intestines, and then convert this maltose into a readier useable sugar glucose, or the glucose could also be stored
in the liver for future use.

8, Lipase- is the enzyme required to break down of fats and lipids. For fat to be digested properly, the liver starts
this process emulsifying the large fat molecules, and bile breaks it down to small droplets, allowing the lipase to
start its work. After the fats in the food are converted to fatty acids, they can be used for energy, hormone
production support healthy health skin and coat.

9, Glucoamylase- is used to breakdown carbohydrates, specifically polysaccharides.

10, Invertase-this enzyme breaks down carbohydrates, especially sucrose.

11, Pectinase- breaks down carbohydrates, specifically pectin in fruits and some vegetables.

12, Phytase- breaks down carbohydrates, specifically phytates in plants. It can support mineral absorption and
the bioavailability of iron, zinc, calcium, and magnesium.

13, Hemicellulase- is used to breakdown carbohydrates, especially polysaccharides such as hemi-celluloses,
which are found in plant-based foods.

14, Cellulase- breaks down cellulose, an indigestible fiber found in many fruits and vegetables.

15, Lactase- digests diary, particularly the lactose in cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese and milk.

16, Bromelain- This enzyme harvested from pineapple stems, is the top systemic enzyme. Is most notable for
supporting the body as a systemic enzyme. As a natural systemic enzyme with many uses.

17, Pre-biotics- Inulin from chickory nourishes the gut and aids in colonizing of the probiotics and supports
balancing the gut.

A study of Dr. Francis Pottenger’s cats (over 600 of them) revealed that when the animals were fed only cooked
or processed food over many generations, poor health presented itself at younger and younger ages. These
animals suffered from a variety of poor health conditions. They had fewer enzymes to pass down to their
offspring, resulting in minimal reserves of enzymes in the ensuing generations.

We at NWC Naturals Pet Products will never use any animal-based
enzymes such as pancreatin from slaughterhouse pigs and cows.

First, they are not as efficient as vegetarian enzymes and they are not as safe as vegetarian enzymes. The
following side effects are possible with animal-based enzymes such as pancreatin; ox bile or other animal
sourced enzymes including hydrochloric acid. High doses may cause diarrhea, cramping, or vomiting. Allergic
reaction to animal-based products may include facial swelling, hives, scratching, and sudden onset of diarrhea,
vomiting, shock, seizures, pale gums, cold limbs, or coma.

That is why the formulators of Total-Zymes® will only use safe human quality
vegetarian enzymes and formulate them just for pets.

Please keep in mind; enzymes do not survive the high heats required to process
commercial pet foods. All kibble, roll and canned foods are cooked!
A diet of commercial pet foods puts excess strain on a pet’s digestive system. Temperatures as low as 118
degrees Fahrenheit will deactivate and kill all enzymes, requiring the pet’s body to produce the extra enzymes it
needs for digestion while robbing the systemic enzymes needed to run the body.

Many veterinarians have found enzyme supplementation to be beneficial in I support good digestion and supporting healthy
joints, skin and coats. These benefits are compounded when probiotics are also added to the mix.