8 Foods That Contain Natural Digestive Enzymes

Bromelain in pineapple assists digestion and protein breakdown. Reduced inflammation and digestive health are also benefits of bromelain.

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Papaya is high in proteolytic enzyme papain, which digests proteins. It also relieves intestinal discomfort and aids digestion.

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Kiwis contain protein-digesting actinidin. This fruit contains vitamins and fiber, which aid digestion.

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Fruits like mangoes contain amylase, which breaks down carbs. It helps digest starchy foods and improves digestion.

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Ginger includes protein-digesting zingibain. It aids digestion with anti-inflammatory and nausea-relieving properties.

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Fermented cabbage contains natural probiotics and digestive enzymes. Enzymes aid food digestion and gut microbiota health.

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Kimchi contains probiotics and digestive enzymes like sauerkraut. Fermentation improves vegetable digestion.

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Lactase and other probiotic enzymes are found in live and active yogurt cultures. These enzymes aid lactose digestion.

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8 Foods That Contain Natural Digestive Enzymes

Bromelain in pineapple assists digestion and protein breakdown. Reduced inflammation and digestive health are also benefits of bromelain.

1. Pineapple

Papaya is high in proteolytic enzyme papain, which digests proteins. It also relieves intestinal discomfort and aids digestion.

2. Papaya

Kiwis contain protein-digesting actinidin. This fruit contains vitamins and fiber, which aid digestion.

3. Kiwi

Fruits like mangoes contain amylase, which breaks down carbs. It helps digest starchy foods and improves digestion.

4. Mango

Ginger includes protein-digesting zingibain. It aids digestion with anti-inflammatory and nausea-relieving properties.

5. Ginger

Fermented cabbage contains natural probiotics and digestive enzymes. Enzymes aid food digestion and gut microbiota health.

6. Sauerkraut

Kimchi contains probiotics and digestive enzymes like sauerkraut. Fermentation improves vegetable digestion.

7. Kimchi

Lactase and other probiotic enzymes are found in live and active yogurt cultures. These enzymes aid lactose digestion.

8. Yogurt

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