What Are Digestive Enzymes, and Why Women in Midlife Need More of Them
Let’s talk about something your body wants you to understand, digestive enzymes.
If you’re like most women in your 40s or 50s, you’ve likely noticed that digestion isn’t as easy as it used to be. Maybe certain foods leave you feeling bloated, gassy, or just… off. Maybe you’re not absorbing nutrients like you used to, and your energy, skin, or sleep is paying the price.
Here’s a secret your gut is dying to tell you: it’s not just what you eat—it’s what you digest and absorb that fuels your health. And that’s where digestive enzymes come in.
What Exactly Are Digestive Enzymes?
Digestive enzymes are powerful proteins that break down your food into smaller, usable parts—think of them as the body’s natural food processors.
Each enzyme has a specific job:
Amylase breaks down carbohydrates into sugars.
Protease breaks down proteins into amino acids.
Lipase breaks down fats into fatty acids.
Lactase helps digest lactose (milk sugar).
Cellulase breaks down plant fibers that your body can’t digest on its own.
These enzymes are naturally produced in your saliva, stomach, pancreas, and small intestines. In a perfect world, they’d keep your digestive system running like clockwork. But in midlife, things shift.
Why Midlife Can Mean Enzyme Slowdown
Starting in your 40s, your body’s ability to produce digestive enzymes naturally begins to decline. Add in hormonal changes, stress, medication use (like antacids), and a less-than-ideal diet—and you’ve got the perfect storm for digestive troubles.
That means even if you’re eating healthily, your body might struggle to break down and absorb what you eat. This can lead to:
Bloating and gas
Sluggish digestion
Nutrient deficiencies
Fatigue and brain fog
Constipation or loose stools
Sound familiar?
The Case for Digestive Enzyme Supplements
This is where a product like NOURISH2 comes in. When taken before meals, it delivers a smart blend of plant-based digestive enzymes, protease, amylase, lipase, cellulase, and lactase, designed to help you break down proteins, carbs, fats, fibers, and dairy with ease.
Here’s what that means for you:
Less bloating and gas
More energy and mental clarity (thanks to better nutrient absorption)
Improved regularity and fewer digestive complaints
Relief after eating foods that usually cause issues
It’s like giving your gut a little support team to help it do its job—especially during a phase of life when hormones, stress, and aging can make digestion more complicated.
How NOURISH2 and COMFORT7 Work Together
You might be wondering, if I already use COMFORT7, do I really need NOURISH2 too?
Great question. And the answer is: they serve two different, but complementary, purposes.
NOURISH2 focuses on digestion before and during your meal. It provides enzymes to help break down your food, making it easier for your body to absorb nutrients and reducing the chance of post-meal bloating and discomfort.
COMFORT7, on the other hand, works after digestion has begun. It helps soothe and strengthen your digestive tract, supporting a calm, balanced gut environment over time. It contains calming herbs, adaptogens, and nutrients that promote gut barrier integrity, reduce inflammation, and ease sensitivity.
Think of it this way:
NOURISH2 breaks it down.
COMFORT7 calms it down.
Used together, they create a synergistic approach to digestive wellness, helping you feel more comfortable, nourished, and supported from start to finish.
The Bottom Line: You Deserve to Feel Good After You Eat
Your digestive system is the gateway to your overall well-being, impacting everything from your immune system to your mood and energy. If your gut isn’t thriving, nothing else is either.
NOURISH2 makes it easy to support digestion in midlife, so you can eat with confidence, absorb the nutrients your body needs, and feel your best, without all the post-meal drama.