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Mar 2022
16m 46s

Surprising Findings About Digestive Enzy...

Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC
About this episode

Are you thinking of taking digestive enzymes for your digestive symptoms? Digestive enzymes are one of the most frequently recommended supplements in the wellness industry for digestive health, but does research support their use for IBS?

There isn't a lot of research to go by, but what's there does suggest that enzymes improve IBS symptoms like bloating and abdominal pain. Let's explore what digestive enzymes are, what research actually shows about their effectiveness for IBS symptoms, and how to choose and use them.

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