Alpha-Galactosidase

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Overview

Alpha-Galactosidase is a type of endogenous Glycosidase Hydrolase Enzyme and can be a componet of some digestive enzyme formulas.

 

Biological Function of Alpha-Galactosidase

Digestive System

 Alpha-Galactosidase facilitates the digestion of dietary Oligosaccharides including:

 Raffinose

 Stachyose

 Verbascose

 Alpha-Galactosidase may help to prevent Flatulence. Flatulence often occurs as a result of excessive consumption of foods containing certain carbohydrates that are normally digested by Alpha-Galactosidase. Alpha-Galactosidase can become overburdened by these carbohydrates, causing flatulence.  [1]

 

These Herbs may Inhibit Alpha-Galactosidase

 Cinnamon may inhibit Alpha-Galactosidase activity.  [2]

 

 

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