Cellulase
The term cellulase refers to a group of enzymes
whose target in the natural world is the breakdown of cellulose,
the most abundant and primary structural component of vascular
plants. These enzymes are produced in abundance in the natural
world, principally through fermentation performed by various
strains of fungi, bacteria and protozoans, as well as a select
few plants and animals.
Cellulose cannot be digested by the human body; however,
supplemental cellulase can be taken to assist the breakdown
of cellulose into beta-glucose. (Glucose, also referred to
as blood sugar as transported by the bloodstream, is the body’s
primary source of energy.) To produce supplemental cellulase,
a nonpathogenic and nontoxicogenic species of fungus known
as Trichoderma viride is cultured, from which the
cellulase is extracted and purified.
In the intestinal canal and stomach, beta-glucose has a viscous
quality. The resistant quality of beta-glucose slows the absorption
of fat and carbohydrates from food sources. This produces
a positive effect by helping to maintain steadier blood levels
of cholesterol and sugar after eating.
Health benefits of cellulase
- Assists in breaking down cellulose into beta-glucose
- Helps maintain normal blood sugar
- Helps maintain normal cholesterol level
- May lower cholesterol
Principal Author: M. Ofiyeva
Date of Initial Publication: 09/07/2007
Last Updated: 09/16/2007
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