Cystic Fibrosis (CF) & Serrapeptase / Vitalzym

Cystic Fibrosis & Systemic Enzymes

What is Cystic Fibrosis?

CF is the most common hereditary genetic disease, usually diagnosed at an early age. . CF is a disorder of the cells that line the lungs, small intestines, sweat glands and pancreas. Thick and sticky mucus that houses infection contributes to the destruction of lung tissue and impedes gas exchange in the lungs. This mucus also prevents the absorption of nutrients in the small intestines, by blocking ducts from the pancreas that release digestive enzymes. CF is the most common life threatening genetic disease among Caucasian groups, although it affects all races and ethnic groups. Chronic poor nutrition with weight loss and growth failure is the precursors of premature death. It is imperative that sound nutritional habits be followed.

Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis:

• Gastrointestinal
• Gut abnormalities and Gut obstruction
• Pancreatic insufficiency
• Fat mal-absorption
• Abdominal pains
• Rectal prolapse
• Gastro-esophageal • Reflux (heartburn)
• Lung disease
• Respiratory infections
• Peptic ulcers
• Pancreatitis
• Crohn's Disease
• Liver disease
• Excessive mucus

How is Cystic Fibrosis treated?

Since CF is a genetic disease, it can not be cured at the present time. Most people combine medicines, home treatment methods and other specialized care to manage the disease. Optimal nutritional management is essential to optimize growth, quality of life and survival.

How can Systemic Enzymes help?

Systemic enzyme blends containing Serrapeptase is the most effective enzyme for clearing inflammation and mucus. By keeping mucus levels down in the intestines and lungs, bacteria cannot multiply so easily. In turn, this helps to keep infections down.

Systemic Enzyme dosing -- Please call or email us for further information and product recommendations. Always consult your physician first.

We hope that you have found this information helpful. Please contact us if you have further questions.

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