The enzymes in Longevity Enzymes™ are also known as systemic enzymes. Systemic oral enzymes have been widely used in many European countries for decades.

According to Dr. Edward Howell (renowned trailblazer of enzyme research), our natural supply of metabolic enzymes that run our bodies is limited, and if we do not take in exogenous enzymes such as from raw food or supplements, the resulting deficit will cause a multitude of chronic health problems resulting in premature aging: He found that the legendary longevity and outstanding health of certain primitive societies was directly attributable to their consumption of a high-enzyme diet.

Research evidence illustrates how taking systemic enzymes assists the body's metabolic enzymes in a multitude of areas including speeding recovery from injury; reducing the level of pain, inflammation and stiffness; fighting autoimmune and inflammatory conditions (such as heart disease}; aiding detoxification; improving the efficiency of blood circulation; and their most remarkable role in anti-aging.

Systemic enzymes, in contrast to our digestive enzyme formulas, are best taken on an empty stomach, and are absorbed by the bloodstream and lymphatic system, and transported to wherever they are needed in the body.

Both the systemic enzymes in Longevity Enzymes™ and the digestive enzymes in Ultra Daily Enzymes support the body's life-supporting metabolic enzymes. Our metabolic enzymes are the true "key to life." Both ALTRUM enzyme formulas help you fully maximize and conserve these precious metabolic enzymes that run, renew and vitalize the body.

Systemic Enzymes as a Natural Remedy for Joint Pain and Inflammation**

The systemic enzymes in Longevity Enzymes™ will be of special interest to Joint Formula users. Pain relief is one of the many benefits of using Longevity Enzymes™. This product is an exceptional complement to the Joint Formula for its ability to address and fight dangerous inflammatory conditions bringing joint and muscle pain relief.

According to the Arthritis Foundation, musculoskeletal complaints, including arthritis, affect nearly 70 million Americans and that number is climbing. There are two main types of arthritis: rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the body's immune system becomes overwhelmed and is categorized as an autoimmune disease. Scientists have long known that the immune system' s inflammatory response can boomerang. Inflammation run amok is what causes autoimmune diseases that occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, nerves or digestive system.

Conversely, osteoarthritis is an age-related condition and affects the hands, knees, hips, back and feet. The swelling, stiffness, and pain of osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear of the body's tissues over time as cartilage in the joints deteriorates. This deterioration causes bones to rub against each other, resulting in loss of movement and excruciating pain.

For many years, people with rheumatoid arthritis have found relief without the use of drugs. The natural supplements of choice are systemic enzyme formulas used alone or in combination with MSM, glucosamine, chondroitin and boswellia (found in the Joint Formula). Recent clinical evidence indicates again that systemic enzymes can also help ease the painful swelling and irritation caused by osteoarthritis by addressing the underlying cause of the condition. Dozens of clinical studies have shown that systemic enzymes help improve range of mobility .They are a natural alternative to more costly anti-inflammatory drugs that can have serious side effects in the gastrointestinal tract. A recent six-month study concluded that systemic enzymes effectively normalize the inflammatory response and ease joint discomfort.

Systemic enzymes work at the cellular level, replenishing the declining reservoir of naturally occurring enzymes in cells. A prime role of systemic enzymes is to act as pairs of molecular scissors that cut and prune away debris thus mobilizing the body's resources to calm swelling and improve joint function while alleviating discomfort.

The systemic enzymes in Longevity Enzymes™ work with the immune system to normalize the inflammatory load on joints. These protease enzymes (protein-digesting enzymes) remove debris from the bloodstream so nutrients and oxygen are effectively delivered throughout the body, promoting robust circulation and clearing the path for the body to heal itself. They effectively remove immune complexes circulating in the blood-stream as a result of disease.

Supplementing With Longevity Enzymes™

The best way to use Longevity Enzymes™ systemic enzymes is to take two capsules twice daily on an empty stomach between meals with a glass of water. This is the easiest way to get the systemic enzymes into the bloodstream to go about their remarkable body-supporting, cleansing and anti-aging duties.

Specifically for joint pain usage, one can double the daily recommended dosage. Allow 90 days for results. The key in using systemic enzymes (or any nutritional supplement) is to recognize that benefits come gradually through the nutritional support provided through daily use.*

Note: If you are presently using blood-thinning drugs please consult with your physician before supplementing your diet with systemic enzymes.

"You are dealing with an extremely powerful genie in a bottle when dealing with enzyme supplements."

-Dr. Anthony Cichoke

Longevity Enzymes™ supports metabolic enzymes that run and renew our bodies, providing nutritional defense against aging and inflammation. Also a perfect compliment to the Joint Formula because joint and muscle pain relief are one of the many benefits of using Longevity Enzymes™**.