{"product_id":"gluten-guardian-90ct","title":"Gluten Guardian, 90ct","description":"\u003cp\u003eWant to enjoy cake, bread and pizza without suffering? These gluten enzymes break down gluten, starches, sugars, and dairy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"56179\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Guardian is a blend of 6 plant-based proteolytic enzymes that includes Peptidase DPP IV (an enzyme clinically proven to help break down gluten) - as well as three enzymes that break down starches and sugars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Guardian is specifically designed to support digestive issues relating to gut-irritating foods containing gluten or casein, found in wheat and dairy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten Guardian contains AstraZyme, a proprietary blend of plant-based proteases and Panax ginseng and Astragalus. These extracts improve amino acid and peptide absorption at the cellular level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven if you eat gluten-free, most restaurant kitchens do not separate gluten-containing foods. This means there’s always the risk of gluten exposure anytime you eat out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-panel-new active\" id=\"overviewtabpanel\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten Guardian is a one of a kind blend of digestive enzymes targeting gluten and is also designed to optimize dairy digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the digestion of hard to break down gluten and dairy casein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifically designed to support digestion from high-carbohydrate meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan relieve occasional bloating, gas, and indigestion from high-carbohydrate meals with three enzymes that break down starches and sugars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves digestion and absorption of nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports muscle building with a blend of six plant-based proteolytic enzymes that are active across all acidity\/alkalinity levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstrazyme boosts protein digestion\u003ca class=\"internal-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bioptimizers.com\/shop\/products\/masszymes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eand absorption at the cellular level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree of fillers, artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO, Soy-free, dairy-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% plant-based and in vegetarian capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrace minerals provide cofactors for the enzymes and support healthy glucose uptake into cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-panel-new active\" id=\"benefitstabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGluten Guardian Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnsures Complete Digestion of Gluten and Casein\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten is a family of proteins found in wheat, whereas casein makes up 80% of the protein found in dairy. These proteins are difficult to digest because they are high in the amino acids proline and glutamine, which our body's natural digestive enzymes don’t recognize. As a result, they’re likely to remain undigested and stimulate the immune system, causing inflammation and autoimmunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten in particular can open the gut barrier through the zonulin pathway, exposing the content inside the gut to your immune system. In people predisposed for autoimmunity or allergies, the leaky gut from gluten may trigger or worsen the disease. Incompletely digested gluten fragments can also get absorbed into the bloodstream and create have opioid-like effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost dairy in North America have A1 casein, which is a common food allergen. Incompletely digested casein fragments may have opioid-like activities, as mother nature designs milk to help babies bond with their mothers. However, beyond infancy, A1 casein is a strong gut irritant that can irritate and inflame the gut, and slow down gut movement by acting like opiates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten and dairy can cause leaky gut, allowing the incomplete fragments to enter the bloodstream. Some people with compromised blood-brain barriers may experience the opiate effects from these foods. Not surprisingly, people with food addictions and emotional eating often turn to gluten and dairy. Studies suggest that some people with neurologic or mental health conditions may find their nervous system better balanced without gluten and dairy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are healthy and experience minor discomfort with gluten and dairy, it is important to take a gluten-digesting enzyme to ensure that they are 100% digested if you do eat them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have severe symptoms or flare-ups after eating gluten, you need to adopt a gluten free diet. However, a digestive enzyme supplement that targets gluten may help with minor accidental exposure. Keep in mind, however, that Gluten Guardian is not approved to treat or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnjoy Occasional High-Carb Refeed Meals and Treats Without the Bloat from Gluten and Dairy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are on a restrictive diet or reaching a plateau with your weight loss program, a refeed meal allows you to enjoy your favorite foods and jumpstarts your metabolism. Even if you’re not dieting, you may want to enjoy your favorite treats while avoiding the harmful health effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe problem is that eating a lot of carbs, sugar, and gluten can often cause digestive upsets and inflammation. Therefore, it is important to supplement with digestive enzyme supplements targeting gluten and carbohydrates. Gluten Guardian is designed to ensure that your digestion is optimal and prevent digestive upset from these refeed meals or treats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTake Advantage of Your Cheat Meal for Muscle Building\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour cheat or refeed meals are a way to spike your hormones to get glucose and amino acids into your muscle cells and replenish your glycogen stores. If you do the refeed right, you will experience better workout during the first few days after your refeed. Also, some people use holiday meals and social events as refeeds to maximize muscle gain, fuel their workouts, and minimize fat gain. In order to maximize muscle building and minimize inflammation, your protein digestion and absorption have to be optimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInflammation and leaky gut can contribute to leptin and resistance, which may make you more likely to gain fat from these refeed meals. Gluten Guardian can help ensure optimal digestion, minimize undigested gluten and casein, and promote a balanced immune response. Also, AstraZyme can help maximize amino acid and peptide absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReduces Post-Meal Fatigue and Brain Fog\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing tired and brain-fogged after meals are signs that your gut is working hard to digest your meals, and that you are getting inflammation from your food. A meal should simply take away your hunger, not put you to sleep. Gluten Guardian digestive enzymes help break down the difficult-to-digest gluten and casein, and also provides overall support for your digestive system. As a result, you will feel both satiated and energized after your meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelps With Accidental Gluten and Dairy Exposure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople with celiac disease and gluten allergies need to completely avoid gluten. Also, many people with inflammatory symptoms, including difficulty losing weight, are likely to have gluten intolerances, so they may find it beneficial to go gluten-free. The problem is that it takes only “parts per million” of gluten to cause severe symptoms in those with celiac disease and gluten intolerance, so it can be a challenge to eat out or enjoy social occasions. If the kitchen handles gluten, chances are the gluten-free dishes are contaminated with some gluten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aspergillus DPP IV has been shown to digest gluten in the gut of healthy people. People who took the enzyme had no trace of gluten left in their stomach at 1 hour, compared to 3 hours with the placebo.\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003eAlso, the combination of DPP IV with pepsin (a stomach protease), such as found in Gluten Guardian®, can significantly reduce more gluten peptides than either enzyme alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten-digesting enzymes do not give a free pass for those with celiac disease and gluten intolerance to eat as much gluten as they want. However, with many well-controlled cases of celiac disease find these enzymes helpful in cases of accidental gluten or dairy exposure. Some find that it provides significant relief after gluten exposure. However, Gluten Guardian is not approved to treat any conditions and individual responses may vary widely. Remember to work with your healthcare professional to decide what’s best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelps With Leaky Gut and Food Sensitivities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaky gut, or intestinal permeability, allows partially digested foods and bacterial toxins to reach the bloodstream and stimulate the immune system. Many people with leaky gut develop food sensitivities and allergies, with gluten and dairy products being two of the most common culprits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimizing your overall digestion, and ensuring that gluten and casein are completely digested, can support your gut barrier health. These may also help mitigate food sensitivities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-panel-new active\" id=\"howitworkstabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does Gluten Guardian Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGluten Guardian supports digestive function, especially for high-carb meals. It contains full-spectrum protein digestive enzymes, specifically designed to target gluten, casein, and carbohydrates. Astrazyme in Gluten Guardian promotes a balanced immune response and maximizes amino acid absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important enzyme in Gluten Guardian is Peptidase DPP-IV, a potent gluten-digesting enzyme. It can also digest casein, a hard to digest protein that makes up 80% of the proteins in milk and dairy products. Therefore, Gluten Guardian helps you fully break down gluten and casein into amino acids that your body can use. By fully digesting them, the enzyme helps minimize immune responses to incompletely digested gluten and casein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 Caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee label image for detailed info.Peptidase DPP-IV Neutral bacterial protease Alkaline protease Acid-stable protease Bacterial amylase Amylase Lactase Glucoamylase\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"biOptimizers Nutritional Supplements","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47437114507420,"sku":"BIO103","price":43.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/2407\/0044\/files\/GLUTEN_20GUARDIAN.jpg?v=1787201606","url":"https:\/\/primenaturalfoods.ca\/products\/gluten-guardian-90ct","provider":"Prime Natural Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}