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Devigest contains an advanced acid-stable protease blend for enhanced protein digestibility, which includes Dipeptidyl Peptidase, also known as DPP-IV. This specific enzyme is known for its ability to break down gluten and casein, which are both known today as leading sources of digestive distress in complex carbohydrate intolerance and celiac disease sufferers. In addition, alpha galactosidase (the enzyme contained in the popular supplement Beano®) is now included in the formula to lessen the incidence of intestinal gas and bloating. 

It is important to note that lactose intolerance is different than a dairy allergy. Lactose intolerance is the inability to metabolize milk sugar known as lactose. This occurs due to a lack of lactase in the digestive system, which is the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose.

Studies have shown that the majority of adults experience a decrease in lactase activity as they age. When the body is deficient in lactase, the lactose passes directly into the colon intact, allowing for fermentation to occur. The fermentation process produces gases which can cause abdominal symptoms such as bloating, gas, cramps and diarrhea. Symptoms usually appear 30 minutes to 2 hours after eating and vary by individual and the type/quantity of dairy foods consumed.

Devigest contains a highly potent lactase enzyme to assist the body with digesting foods high in lactose. When taking lactase-digesting enzymes like those in Devigest, you should take them with the first bite of the dairy product for maximum efficacy. Taking them too soon or too far after consuming dairy reduces lactase’s ability to interact with the lactose within the digestive tract.

Celiac disease, or gluten sensitive enteropathy, is a common, chronic disease that is now thought to affect 1 in every 133 people in the U.S. alone.

People who suffer from celiac disease are unable to eat foods containing gluten, which is a certain protein that is found in the grains of rye and wheat. In those who have celiac disease, gluten triggers an autoimmune reaction that leads to the destruction of the villi in the small intestine. When this autoimmune response occurs, people with celiac disease produce antibodies that attack the intestine, causing illness and damage.

Symptoms of celiac disease include diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain, weight loss, malabsorption, chronic fatigue, etc.. These symptoms mimic those of people who are allergic or sensitive to gluten; however, unlike a simple sensitivity, celiac disease can be life threatening if left untreated. For those who have a sensitivity to gluten, supplementing with a product like Devigest that contains a potent blend of digestive enzymes (including Dipeptidyl Peptidase), may help curb symptoms and allow someone to once again enjoy all of the foods that they have grown to love.

There is currently a blood test available to screen for the presence of specific antibodies related to celiac, which is followed by an intestinal biopsy for final confirmation of the disease. Celiac disease is now classified as an autoimmune disorder, like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.

There are no pharmaceutical drugs to treat celiac, and there is no cure. Those who suffer from celiac disease must completely eliminate gluten from their diet to avoid irreparable intestinal damage. In addition to eliminating gluten, many people are also supplementing with high quality probiotic supplements such as Syntol. Research is currently underway to find whether probiotics may help to alleviate the severity of celiac disease, and even inhibit damage to the intestinal tract when gluten is inadvertently consumed. Probiotics can help to heal damage caused by chronic inflammation as well as aid the digestive system in properly absorbing nutrients that are normally lost due to celiac disease. Many people that suffer from celiac disease remain symptomatic after eliminating gluten from their diet; a probiotic such as Syntol may help aid in reducing these symptoms.