The benefits of Chitinase

Chitin is a polysaccharide found in the exoskeletons of insects, fungi, yeast, and algae. It is also found in the internal structures of invertebrates such as crabs, shrimp, and lobsters. Chitinase is an enzyme which acts to break down chitin.

Over the years, studies have shown the potential health benefits from chitinases, especially in the treatment of asthma and in the control of disease-causing fungi such as Candida albicans, a type of yeast found in the human body that can cause problems if allowed to grow unchecked.

Chitin is the major cell wall component found in fungi. Fungal chitinases degrade the chitin and help to break down the protein cell wall of yeast. This can help to prevent an overgrowth of the Candida albicans yeast in your body, especially in the digestive tract, and to prevent a yeast infection and possible digestive problems.

Bananas, avocados, and chestnuts

Recent studies by researchers at the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF) have demonstrated a strong association between chitin, allergic and inflammatory responses, and asthma in humans. The problem could stem from the fact that some people are not producing high enough levels of chitinases required to degrade chitin and remove the allergic stimulus.

Types of food with chitin that could be linked to triggering allergies to chitin include shellfish such as crabs, shrimp, and lobsters and an exposure to insects and mold. Eating fruits such as bananas, avocados, chestnuts, and plantains, all types of foods that contain chitinases, can help you get the health benefits of chitinase in order to improve your overall health and help prevent possible allergic reactions which could lead to respiratory problems such as asthma.

Get more Chitinase in your diet

One way to add more chitinase to your diet is to add a chitinase supplement to your daily routine. Green Leaf Sciences, a member of The GHT Companies, has created Celesys, a special blending of a chitinase enzyme plus an active probiotic to make it easier to get the benefits from chitinase.

The enzyme in Celesys may help to prevent an overgrowth of Candida albicans in your digestive system by working to break down the cell wall of the yeast while the probiotic helps to maintain the continued health of your digestive system.

Visit our online store to buy chitinase enzyme online. While on our website, take a few minutes to read about the health benefits of Celesys and the entire line of supplements we offer to support a range of nutritional issues, imbalances, and deficiencies to help you achieve your goal of optimal health.