What foods contain natural digestive enzymes?

Digestive enzymes are proteins that help break down food into smaller molecules, allowing the body to break down and absorb nutrients efficiently.

They're produced naturally in our body, particularly in the pancreas, stomach and small intestine.

But they're also present in some foods.

These foods contain high amounts of natural digestive enzymes

• Pineapple - for bromelain, which helps break down protein

• Papaya - rich in papain, another enzyme that digests protein

• Mango - has amylases that aid in breaking down carbohydrates

• Kefir and yogurt - contain live bacteria that produce digestive enzymes

• Fermented foods - like sauerkraut and kimchi are rich in enzymes due to the fermentation process

• Raw honey - contains enzymes like amylase and invertase

Incorporating these foods into our diet can support digestion naturally.