Digestive enzymes and probiotics – there is no doubt that we need them to keep our bodies in tip top shape. HOWEVER, the fact that probiotics are made primarily of proteins make one think if these two would blend well together…many are left thinking if digestive enzymes would break down the essential probiotics or would make it harder for them to attach and secure themselves in the gut – the place where they rightly belong.

Having checked and researched different literature concerning the relationship between digestive enzymes and probiotics, I learned that there are considerations that you need to keep in mind if you are going to get the most out of these together…

Digestive Enzymes And Probiotics – Consideration 1
The first thing you need to keep in mind is the probiotic strain you are taking. You see, there are strains that are not affected at all by enzymes. On the other hand, there are strains that are slightly affected, while the others undergo great changes with the presence of enzymes.

Digestive Enzymes And Probiotics – Consideration 2
The next factor you need to keep in mind would be the way your probiotics supplements are manufactured. You will find probiotic supplements that are enterically coated while others are not. There are supplements that you can be mixed with your food. On the other hand, there are probiotics that MUST be taken with meals while others need to be taken between them.

Some MUST be taken in the morning, while for others…it doesn’t really matter what time of the day you ingested them.

Digestive Enzymes And Probiotics – Being On the Safe Side
Now chances are, you don’t have even the slightest idea what strains of probiotics you are taking and how exactly they are created. So here’s a tip for you to be on the safe side – take your probiotics supplement after your meals and the enzymes given before your meals. As for me, I find taking my probiotics supplements just before I go to bed to be the best.

Digestive Enzymes And Probiotics – Tips And Tricks To Keep In Mind
In light of the considerations mentioned above, it is always advisable to have a look at the label of the probiotic supplements you are taking. Also, you should also call the manufacturer for advice as to how you should take their products supplements to get the maximum benefits. Along with that, you can also try taking probiotics with enzymes…and WITHOUT them to check if there will be any noticeable changes.

“Should I take digestive enzymes and probiotics and foods like green coconut, kefir, yogurt, and others?” I would bet you are asking those questions. And here’s what I have found – generally this is fine. You see, the difference is the fact that probiotics contained in your food are in a whole food form. On the other hand, those ones that are grown, cultured, or derived from food pump out digestive enzymes anyway.

More and more research are on going concerning digestive enzymes and probiotics. And you can expect more discoveries relating to the benefits of these two.