Peyt
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Hi,
Does anyone know of an enzyme that helps break down or digest soy?
Thanks
Does anyone know of an enzyme that helps break down or digest soy?
Thanks
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Soy is a bit of a strange beast. IIRC non fermented soy contains anti-trypsin factors that will disable your ability to break down proteins correctly (trypsin is an enzyme produced by the pancreas).
I am not sure if it's a matter of taking more trypsin via supplements, or instead avoid the soy-based products that might be higher in anti-trypsin factors. As far as I can remember fermented soy products (tempeh?) should not have this problem.
Sorry I don't remember all the details at the moment. You can look it up for more details.
I think you should look into proteolytic/pancreatic enzyme supplements.
The information I found that said soy was bad for you was based on research that's at least 15 years old. Newer info says soy is not a problem if you eat a varied diet. Unless you are consuming lots of raw soy beans you should be okay.
Thanks for the suggestion but that won't work since I actually have low blood histamine (based on blood plasma test)Is there any evidence that an enzyme would actually help?
You could try taking an antihistamine to dampen the allergic response. Something like benadryl (diphenhydramine).