Enzymes are destroyed when subjected to temperatures starting from
110–130 degrees Fahrenheit and above. Lower temperatures can also destroy
enzymes if the food is cooked for long periods of time. When we cook our
foods, we are destroying the life-giving properties within them, including the
enzymes. Remember: no other animal on this planet cooks its food before
eating it. If we feed animals cooked foods they become sick and die, and
veterinarians will tell you to never feed your animals from the table because
they will get the same diseases we do.
SUPPLEMENTING WITH DIGESTIVE ENZYMES?
The sale of digestive enzyme supplements is big business these days, and
there are companies that support their use by advocating live blood-cell
analysis and other diagnostic tools. We all have digestive weaknesses to some
extent, and especially if the pancreas is weak. If you are thin and can’t put on
weight; or you have diabetes or hypoglycemia; or you see undigested foods
in your stools (except corn); then you should consult with your healthcare
practitioner about regenerating your pancreas.
Relying on supplemented digestive enzymes on a regular basis can
eventually shut down your pancreas. Nonetheless, in some extreme or
chronic conditions, it may be advisable to take digestive enzymes with every
other meal or every third or fourth meal. Only take them for short periods of
time, until you can restore normal pancreatic and intestinal function.
Definitely stop taking them when you eat raw, uncooked foods. Wean
yourself from them until you are only using them with cooked, hard-to-digest
foods. Then stop entirely. If you are eating all cooked, acidic foods, you may
need to add occasional digestive enzymes, since cooking your food destroys
its enzymes and puts the total burden of digestion upon your body.
Consuming your foods juiced and/or eating them raw will help tremendously
in revitalizing your pancreas and yourself.
It is beyond the scope of this book to explore further on the subject of
enzymes as biocatalysts. However, it is enough to reiterate that life begets life
and death begets death. Without enzymes we have death.
Enjoy the natural flavors of fresh, whole, ripe and raw foods. God has
given us a smorgasbord of foods and the ability to obtain them. Seek out
organic, fresh and raw, enzyme-rich foods, as enzymes are the keys to life.