Lipagest™

A highly potent blend of three unique lipases that are active across a wide spectrum of varying pH ranges. Triacylglycerol lipase is especially effective with triaglycerols, better known as triglycerides. Triglycerides get their name because they consist of three fatty acids esterified (linked) with glycerol. Triglycerides are the body’s primary form of stored energy, so when energy is needed, triacylglycerol lipases break down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol which can then be used for energy production.

Fat is digested more slowly than carbohydrates or proteins, making high-fat meals more taxing on the digestive system. These foods can delay stomach emptying, which may lead to feelings of fullness, bloating, or discomfort. Slower digestion can also increase the chances of gas buildup and acid reflux (commonly known as heartburn), as stomach contents are more likely to flow back into the esophagus. Additionally, high-fat meals can cause the body to retain more water during digestion, which may contribute to a feeling of heaviness or sluggishness.

Lipagest is a vegan-friendly fat digesting enzyme combination designed to improve fat digestion. The product contains 3 unique lipases from 3 different fungal sources that can impact a wide array of fats across a broad spectrum of pH. Lipagest contains 20,000 FIP of lipase per capsule, which equates to 50,000 FCCLU.

While it is true that lipase levels are often used as a diagnostic tool to determine if one is suffering from pancreatitis, lipase is not the cause of but rather a symptom of an inflamed pancreas. Taking supplemental lipase for digestive support has never been shown to cause inflammation of the pancreas. A widely prescribed animal-sourced lipase-based drug has warnings that indicate long-term use of lipase exceeding 700,000 lipase units per day may cause serious side effects. Lipagest provides 20,000 FIP per dose, which is under 3% of this dosage reported to cause any potential side effects.

Lipagest helps break down fats (lipids) into smaller molecules (fatty acids and glycerol) which is crucial for digestion and absorption of these fats into the body. Proper fat digestion and absorption is vital for obtaining energy and essential nutrients from food.

The formula is vegan in accordance with the guidelines of the American Vegetarian Association.

Yes, Lipagest is non-GMO. All of the ingredients used to make this enzyme product are not genetically modified organisms as defined by the NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS BOARD.

Genetically engineered is defined as follows: Made with techniques that alter the molecular or cellular biology of an organism by means that are not possible under natural conditions or processes. Genetic engineering includes recombinant DNA, cell fusion, micro-and macro-encapsulation, gene deletion and doubling, introducing a foreign gene, and changing the position of genes. It shall not include breeding, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in-vitro fertilization, and tissue culture.

Further testing is also conducted to determine whether any common GMO material is present in the product. A copy of the lab analysis can be DOWNLOADED HERE.