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ENZYME GUIDE
Products To Support Digestive Health
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PROBIOTICS: THE HEALTHY BACTERIA
What are enzymes?
inadequate digestion, which can lead to a wide range of
Enzymes are protein-based constituents of living organisms, gastrointestinal problems.
plant and animal, that regulate the activities of all living
cells. The human body contains in excess of 3,000 different
enzymes that function in chemical reactions, metabolism,
Why choose Kirkman’s enzymes?
digestion, immune response and many other body
Kirkman® is the leading supplier of nutritional supplements
processes. Enzymes are considered catalysts of biochemical for individuals who have special dietary requirements and
reactions. Each enzyme in the body has a very specific
sensitivities. Many of our customers have serious health
job to accomplish and never has multiple functions. If the
issues and they look to Kirkman® for effective products that
enzyme necessary to catalyze a given reaction is deficient or meet their special needs.
not available, that reaction can’t take place.
Kirkman® offers enzymes to digest all food groups. All of
Digestive enzymes are those enzymes found in the body
Kirkman’s enzyme products are made from plant derived
that function as biological catalysts to begin the breakdown enzymes and are encapsulated in all vegetable capsules.
of foods so that the important nutrients in the food can be
Kirkman’s enzymes are gluten free, casein free and free of
properly absorbed and utilized.
most common allergens. Kirkman® has the highest standard
of purity testing in the nutraceutical industry. We test every
All food contains nutrients and potential nutritional value;
product we manufacture for more than 940 environmental
however, until enzymes start the digestive process, the
contaminants.
nutrients are “locked up” in the cellular structure and are
not yet available to be absorbed by the body.
Kirkman’s Proprietary Isogest®
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Taking an enzyme supplement can shore up any enzyme
deficiencies an individual may have to efficiently and
properly digest food for the body’s use. Complete digestion
of food is essential in maintaining good health so that the
body receives the nutrients it requires to function properly.
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Kirkman’s proprietary enzyme blend was
formulated under the guidance of Dr. Jon
Pangborn, PhD., to address more complete
digestion of certain carbohydrates and starches.
The isomaltase enzyme used in this blend
breaks the bonds linking saccharides, which
cannot be broken down by amylase or maltase.
Every ingredient in every product* is
tested for more than 950 environmental
contaminants.
*except lotions, creams and oils.
PROBIOTICS: THE HEALTHY BACTERIA
KIRKMAN’S ENZYMES GUIDE
Biofilm Defense®
Biofilm Defense® contains a combination
of unique enzymes that have the ability to
dissolve the sugar and fibrin components of
biofilms.
In the body, biofilm is a slimy substance that
protects unhealthy microorganisms from
the immune system and allows them to thrive. When
the balance of good bugs and bad bugs is disrupted, the
immune system cannot function optimally.
0881-060
60 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Carb Digest™ with Isogest
Carb Digest™ with Isogest® is Kirkman’s
proprietary enzyme that aids in digesting
carbohydrates. It is an exceptional product that
provides a complete profile of disaccharidase
enzymes present in the human body. It also
contains Kirkman’s proprietary Isogest®
enzyme to address isomaltase deficiency.
0933-120
120 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Chewable EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™
w/Isogest® Tablets
Kirkman’s most popular enzyme product
now comes in a tasty chewable tablet!
Chewable EnZym-Complete/DPPIV™ with Isogest® has the same active
ingredients as the capsule version (#0931)
with natural mixed berry flavoring that makes this
product delicious!
0934-090
90 ct.
Chewable Tablets
DPP-IV Forte™
Kirkman’s proprietary DPP-IV Forte™
contains a dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPPIV) analog for comprehensive digestion of
protein peptides. DPP-IV is a protein that
has a primary function in breaking down
casein and side chain activity in breaking
down gluten.
DPP-IV Forte™ works in a unique way to specifically
break apart proline-containing peptides (casomorphin,
gluteomorphin and gliadomorphin), which are
generally known to come from dairy products and
cereal grains.
0230-060
60 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ is Kirkman’s
popular broad-spectrum digestive enzyme.
This proprietary product is formulated to
support digestive activity for a full range of
foods.
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ is a unique blend of 17
pure, plant-based enzymes that are recognized as
essential for the effective digestion of all food groups,
including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, sugars and fiber
under a wide range of pH conditions. The addition of
the dipeptidyl peptidase-IV (DPP-IV) enzyme analog
supports the ability of the body to degrade peptides
formed from exposure to casein and gluten.
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ provides a comprehensive
“foundation” of supplemental enzymes to support
optimal digestion. Each enzyme works independently,
but also in a complementary role to optimally impact
digestion of all dietary components.
Kirkman’s EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ provides
a combination of proteases, amylases, lipases,
disaccharides and cellulases that replace the enzymes
lost in cooking, thus lessening the burden on the body’s
digestive tract so that it can function optimally, while
also supporting optimal nutrient absorption.
0234-060
0234-120
0234-200
60 ct.
120 ct.
200 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Vegetarian Capsules
Vegetarian Capsules
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ II with
Isogest®
This product offers the same formula as
in Kirkman’s popular EnZym-Complete/
DPP-IV (#0234) that supports digestion of
a wide range of food groups. It also offers
Isogest®, Kirkman’s proprietary enzyme
blend to address isomaltase and palatinase deficiencies
common in individuals with certain food sensitivities.
The ingredient dipeptidyl peptidase-IV (DPP-IV)
supports the ability of the body to degrade peptides
formed from exposure to casein and gluten.
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ with Isogest® offers a
unique blend of 17 pure, plant-based enzymes that are
recognized as essential for the effective digestion of all
food groups, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats,
sugars and fiber under a wide range of pH conditions.
This product also provides a combination of proteases,
amylases, lipases, disaccharides and cellulases that
replace the enzymes lost in cooking.
0931-090
0931-180
90 ct.
180 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Vegetarian Capsules
EnZymAid™ Multi-Enzyme Complex
A plant-based enzyme formulation
that specifically targets the breakdown
(cleaving) of casein, gluten and gliadin and
facilitates the breakdown of wheat (gluten)
and milk (casein) proteins.
This proprietary enzyme also enhances the absorption
and utilization of important minerals. (This is
accomplished by the addition of the enzyme phytase,
which breaks down phytic acid found in grains, beans,
soybean, etc. Phytic acid is known to interfere with
the absorption of crucial minerals including calcium,
magnesium and zinc.)
D-galactose and peptidase enzymes are included to
exert DPP-IV activity to support casein and gluten
digestion.
0043-180
180 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Maximum Spectrum Enzym-Complete/
DPP-IV™ Fruit Free w/Isogest®
Kirkman’s Maximum Spectrum EnzymComplete/DPP-IV™ Fruit Free w/Isogest®
capsules are free of fruit derived enzymes,
such as bromelain, kiwi and papaya that
can occasionally cause issues for some
sensitive individuals.
This product differs from Kirkman’s EnZym-Complete/
DPP-IV™ II with Isogest® by including additional
disaccharidase enzyme activity to more completely
break down complex disaccharides and carbohydrates,
such as sugars and starches, to the monosaccharides
glucose and fructose.
Like EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV™ II with Isogest®, it
is a comprehensive multiple enzyme formulation that
acts on all food groups. In addition to the carbohydrase
enzymes, it contains proteases, peptidases, lipase,
cellulase, phytase and amylases for complete digestive
support.
0932-120
120 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Microbiome Broad Spectrum Enzyme
w/DPP-IV™
This specialty product offers the same
broad spectrum formulation as Kirkman’s
EnZym-Complete/DPP-IV (#0234-120)
for use as part of a 3 product protocol to
support the health of the microbiome.
4234-120
120 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
Phenol Assist™
Phenol Assist™ is a specialty enzyme
designed to help digest part of the cell wall
structure of plant cells in fruits, vegetables
and grains, which opens the cells to allow
the process of phenol digestion to occur.
Phenols are compounds found in fruits, vegetables,
some grains and nuts, flavorings and spices. Phenols
and salicylates, a type of phenolic compound, use a lot
of sulfate in the body in order to be broken down.
0835-090
90 ct.
Vegetarian Capsules
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