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The market is fragmented, and the degree of fragmentation will accelerate during the forecast period. Ark Naturals Co., Beaphar Beheer BV, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, FoodScience Corp., Kemin Industries Inc., Nestl SA, NOW Health Group Inc., Nutramax Laboratories Inc., Nutri-Pet Research Inc., and Only Natural Pet are some of the major market participants. To make the most of the opportunities, market vendors should focus more on the growth prospects in the fast-growing segments, while maintaining their positions in the slow-growing segments.

The launch of high-quality pet dietary supplements has been instrumental in driving the growth of the market. However, competition from the functional and fortified pet food category might hamper the market growth.

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Technavio presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources. Our pet dietary supplements market report covers the following areas:

This study identifies the growing popularity of organic pet dietary supplements as one of the prime reasons driving the pet dietary supplements market growth during the next few years.

Pet Dietary Supplements Market 2020-2024 : Vendor Analysis

We provide a detailed analysis of around 25 vendors operating in the pet dietary supplements market, including some of the vendors such as Ark Naturals Co., Beaphar Beheer BV, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, FoodScience Corp., Kemin Industries Inc., Nestl SA, NOW Health Group Inc., Nutramax Laboratories Inc., Nutri-Pet Research Inc., and Only Natural Pet. Backed with competitive intelligence and benchmarking, our research reports on the pet dietary supplements market are designed to provide entry support, customer profile and M&As as well as go-to-market strategy support.

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Executive Summary

Market Landscape

Market Sizing

Five Forces Analysis

Market Segmentation by Application

Market Segmentation by Animal Type

Customer Landscape

Geographic Landscape

Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

Vendor Landscape

Vendor Analysis

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There are many pieces to the digestive puzzle from saliva all the way down to your microbiome. While Ive touched on many of the individual digestive system mechanisms, Ive never specifically talked about digestive enzymes, which happen to be a HUGE part of the puzzle. This is, even more, important with so many people turning to digestive enzyme supplements to try and solve their digestive issues.

So, what are digestive enzymes? What should we know about how they work? Could they be the reason youre digestive system is completely upset all the time?

Lets take a deep dive into digestive enzymes, supplements, and natural sources!

Youve most likely heard the termenzymes,yet thats a pretty broad term encompassing a large group of biological molecules. These molecules are typically proteins but not always which significantly speed up the rate of virtually all of the chemical reactions that take place within cells. Theyre not only vital to sustaining life, but they also serve a wide range of important functions in the body, such as aiding in digestion and metabolism.

Alright, now were getting to the nitty-gritty. What aredigestive enzymes?

One of the biggest enzyme tasks is breaking down the food we eat some enzymes are secreted starting in the mouth, and others further down in the digestive tract. Why is this important? Turns out that these enzymes make it possible for our bodies to digest our food and absorb the subsequent nutrients properly. While there are a handful of digestive enzymes, the most important to take note of include proteases (which break down proteins), lipases (fats), and amylases (starches and sugars).

Why is it important to take note of digestive enzymes?

Theyre not only an integral part of our digestive systems making sure our body gets nutrients and passing food along to be excreted but these enzymes are easily disrupted. For instance, diseases of the stomach and small intestine can reduce the number of enzymes produced, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease, chronic pancreatitis, or even those with low stomach acidity.

Knowing about your digestive system is important and these digestive enzymes play a hugely important role in the machine!

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The first step in determining if you need a little enzymatic boost is learning the types of digestive enzymes that play integral roles. These include protease, lipase, and amylase. Each of these enzymes serves very specific functions in the body and is necessary for overall well-functioning systems!

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Protease sources its named from the macronutrient it helps break down protein. We all know how important protein is for a well-rounded, healthy body, yet like every other type of nutrient, we need to be able to extract it from either our diet or another source.

This is where protease enzymes come into play!

Protease enzymes also referred to as peptidases or proteinases have an extensive role including breaking down protein in food into amino acids, which the body can then use for energy and recycling proteins, as well as aiding with blood clotting, cell division, and immune support. On top of that, protease enzymes can be helpful for digestive support, especially for people who experience indigestion symptoms like loss of appetite, bloating, and abdominal discomfort.

These essential molecules are produced in the pancreas, but the pancreas doesnt produce protease in a working condition. Alright, so how does it work? Well, your pancreas produces inactive protease, which is then activated by another enzyme found in the intestine.

Without both of these enzymes, you dont have a working protease enzyme to begin with!

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Lipase gets its name from the fact that it breaks down fats or lipids.

Just like protease, lipase is produced naturally by the pancreas. So, what does it do? Well, its all about eating those healthy fats! When you eat fatty foods, the fat cant be absorbed by the body in its original form, therefore lipase helps to break down these fats into fatty acids and glycerol, products that can be carried in water-based fluids like blood and lymph. Once broken down, the body uses these components for energy. With that said, lipase needs more than just, well, lipase to break down fats. When fat content reaches the small intestines, bile is released by the gallbladder to help break down fat molecules into much smaller molecules that lipase can act on.

Yet, lipase is more complex than just a fat deconstructor! Lipase is also created within the stomach. This type of lipase is called gastric lipase and is specifically designed to target butterfat. Plus, recent research has found that lipase is also essential for managing healthy levels of triglycerides, which are an excellent source of energy.

The appropriate amount of lipase in your system may also be a key component for healthy digestion and the lack thereof may lead to digestive issues and discomfort.

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Alright, so protease is responsible for those proteins and lipase is responsible for those fats. Amylase is then responsible for breaking down the bonds of starches, polysaccharides, and complex carbohydrates into easier to absorb simple sugars.

Yet, while you may hear about protease and lipase a bit more often, digestion begins with amylase.

This first step is via salivary amylase, which is the initial step in the chemical digestion of food, and its why chewing your food is so very important for instigating the entire digestion process. Chewing not only creates this salivary amylase, but it also ensures the ultimate liberation of nutrients from your food to be absorbed later in the digestive process.

Once the protease has found the proteins and the lipase has found the lipids, additional amylase enzymes are released from the pancreas into the proximal small intestine to break down those starches, polysaccharides, and complex carbs!

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So far, Ive mentioned a few times about the body lackingdigestive enzymes.

This can be a pretty big deal, as these enzymes play dramatic and essential roles in not only extracting nutrients from the different macronutrients of your diet, but they also break down the food to be processed and excreted by your digestive system. One little enzyme can skew the entire process! A digestive enzyme deficiency can lead to unpleasant side effects including regular gas, bloating, and indigestion, after consuming a meal.

Thats where digestive enzyme supplements can make a world of difference!

Of course, theres always a stipulation. As is similar with almost all over-the-counter (OTC) meds, enzyme supplements arent regulated or verified, which means that choosing trustworthy products is essential. This is especially challenging when looking for a vegan certified product. The good news? Recent research has found that plant-based enzyme supplements are actually more effective because they can withstand the acids in our stomachs, better than animal product supplements. In fact, recent studies comparing animal-based to plant-based enzymes side-by-side show that plant-based enzymes may be as much as 13 times more effective for things like fat metabolization, among other things.

This means, get your plant-based, vegan certified supplement on!

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First and foremost, have a chat with your doctor to make sure that you actually need digestive enzymes. Digestive issues can be a sign of other more aggressive issues, therefore make sure youve gone over all the options with your doctor and laid out a plan for integrating proper digestive enzyme supplements.

Next, learn your options!

Most of us will probably need a mix or a complex of digestive enzymes in order to supplement a deficiency. Luckily, this is the most popular type of supplement available! This Pure Vegan Digestive Enzyme Complex for $15.99 is complete with a proprietary blend of acid-stable, plant-based digestive enzymes including amylase, protease I, protease II, lactase, lipase, cellulase, maltase, and hemicellulase. ThisGarden of Life Organic Chewable Enzyme Supplement for $21.69 contains a whopping 13 digestive enzymes! These Nested Naturals Digestive Enzyme Supplements for $25.95 contain a blend of amylase, lactase, lipase, protease, bromelain, and papain (extracted from papaya).

Looking for a specific one-off enzyme supplement?

Try these Doctors Best Proteolytic Enzymes for $19.99 or these Integrative Therapeutics Lipase Concentrate-HP Capsules for $23.50.

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Even though supplements are an excellent way to go to get those digestive enzymes, you can also find these wonderful digestive aids naturally. A variety of plant-based foods are naturally rich in enzymes including tropical fruits and fermented foods. If youre looking to go all-natural, try a few of these digestive enzyme powerhouses!

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When looking for that perfect enzyme supplement, you may notice almost all of them source their enzymes from bromelain, which comes from you guessed it pineapples!Specifically, bromelain is part of the protease enzyme group, which, as we learned, break down protein into its building blocks, including amino acids. This not only helps with overall digestion, but protease also helps the body absorb protein.

It helps that pineapple is a friggin delicious plant-based food as well! Try a few of these bromelain-rich recipes: Pina Colada Protein Smoothie, Sweet Pineapple Tempeh Stir Fry,Carrot and Pineapple Salad With Curry Sauce,Basil Pineapple Ginger Smoothie, or these Pineapple Scones.

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Yes! Lovely, creamy, delicious, healthy fat-filled avocados are also a wonderful source of natural digestive enzymes. In particular, avocadoes contain lipase, which makes sense as they are so rich in healthy fats such as monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and saturated fat. Mentioned earlier, lipase helps digest fat molecules into smaller molecules, such as fatty acids and glycerol, which are easier for the body to absorb.

Outside of the traditional guacamole and stuffed avocado recipes, this dense fruit is also a truly wonderful vegan alternative for smoothies and creamy desserts such as this Matcha Avocado Smoothie, this Key Lime Tart, this Chocolate Banana Avocado Pudding, this Avocado Goji Pudding, or this Pistachio Avocado Ice Cream.

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Taking a moment from the fruit, lets marvel at the wonderful enzyme-filled miso! Made from the fermenting of soybeans with salt and koji, it turns out this wonderful Japanese ingredient is not only gut boosting but is also rich in a variety of digestive enzymes, including lactases, lipases, proteases, and amylases.

Try some of these flavor-filled miso-rich recipes: Peanut Butter and Miso Roasted Eggplant, Tofu Sheet Pan Meal With Cheezy Miso Tahini Sauce, Miso Cilantro Edamame Dip, Fresh Rainbow Rolls With Miso Peanut Sauce, or this Macrobiotic Miso Bowl.

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Another tropical fruit makes the list for its digestive enzyme-rich content! Mangos contain the digestive enzyme amylase, which we learned earlier are a group of enzymes that break down carbs from starch into sugars like glucose and maltose. Plus, the riper the mango, the more active those digestive enzymes will be!

Even though its still winter, it doesnt mean you cant get your tropical recipes on! Try a few of these mango-rich meals: Mango Sticky Rice, Quinoa Mango Kheer, Mango Cabbage Salsa, Guacamole with Mango, Mango Cherry Popsicles, or these Quinoa and Red Bean Tacos With Mango Salsa.

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Seems like ginger is simply good for your body no matter what youre looking to do. Treat nausea, yep! Kick a cold, yep! Boost your gut bacteria, yep! Plus, ginger also contains a protease digestive enzyme called zingibain. This lovely digestive enzyme has been shown to help food move a bit faster through the digestive tract, reducing the chance of excessive gas, bloating, and indigestion.

Plus, most of us think about ginger as one of those savory spices for your sautees, but ginger is actually a wonderful spicey ingredient for sweet treats such as these Gingerbread Sticky Buns, this Gluten-Free Ginger Molasses Cookie Skillet, this Frosted Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal, this Golden Milk Frappuccino, or this Raw Turmeric Ginger Smoothie.

We also highly recommend downloading ourFood Monster App, which is available foriPhone, and can also be found onInstagramandFacebook. The app has more than 15,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to new recipes every day. Check it out!

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Following a plant-based diet is one of the healthiest lifestyle choices you can make, but since s0me nutrients are harder to come by (or absent entirely) in plant form, finding the best vegan supplements, and knowing which are the best vegan vitamins to take, requires a little extra effort.

We asked registered dietician Roxane Bakker, in-house dietician at Vitl.com; and Constantin Karuzin, medical director at personalised supplement service Bioniq, to talk us through the best vegan supplements and vitamins, explain their function in the body, and advise the recommended daily dosage for a vegan diet:

Following a vegan diet means that youre not consuming any animal products whatsoever, including meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. As well as missing out on certain dietary vitamins that are only available through animal sources vitamin B12, for example different vitamins vary in terms of bioavailability, which refers to how much of that particular vitamin is available for your body to use.

Bioavailability refers to how much of a particular vitamin is available for your body to use.

Bioavailability can be defined as the proportion of the nutrient that is absorbed from the diet or supplements and used for normal body functions, Bakker explains. Minerals and other nutrients exist in different chemical forms in your food, and this can influence their bioavailability.

A good example of this is iron. Vegan diets contain mainly non-heme sources of iron, which is less efficiently absorbed than heme iron of animal origin, she says. This is why adding vitamin supplements to your heath routine is a must when following a vegan diet.

If this isnt managed properly to ensure a balanced diet, you may find yourself lacking in certain essential nutrients, Bakker continues. Supplementation is an easy and convenient way to make sure that you are meeting all your micronutrient requirements.

Vitamin B12 is important for many essential processes in the body, including DNA synthesis, red blood cell production and energy metabolism, says Bakker. Its also crucial for your nervous system and can lead to anaemia, infertility and even bone or heart disease.

Despite being so crucial for health, deficiency is common. It can be easily masked by a high intake of folic acid or folate, Bakker adds. Those following a vegan diet can find vitamin B12 in fortified products such as breakfast cereals, plant milks, soya products, and nutritional yeast.

A word of warning vitamin B12 is light-sensitive, and may degrade if stored in clear containers. Its best absorbed when taken in small doses, and the daily recommended intake is 2.4 mcg per day for adults.

This mineral is essential for healthy bones and teeth, says Karuzin. Calcium also bolsters your immune system and nervous system nerves use calcium to carry messages between your brain and every part of your body. If you don't eat dairy products, you may be deficient in calcium, he says. It is difficult to get adequate calcium from [other] foods.

Sources of well-absorbed calcium for vegans include leafy green vegetables such as bok choy, broccoli, collards, Chinese cabbage, kale, mustard greens, and okra tofu, tempeh, tahini, almonds, and black beans. The daily recommendation for calcium is set at 1,000 mg per day for most adults, increasing to 1,500 mg for those over 50.

While the majority of our vitamin D is synthesised in the skin when its exposed to the sun, the only significant natural dietary sources of this vitamin are oily fish such as salmon, herring, and sardines as well as red meat, egg yolks, and liver.

Vitamin D is especially important for vegans because its essential for calcium absorption.

Vitamin D is especially important for vegans and anyone following a dairy-free diet because its essential for calcium absorption. Vegan sources include fortified foods such as margarine, breakfast cereals and plant-based milks. When using a supplement, take 10mcg per day.

Your body needs three different omega-3 fatty acids. The first is alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is known as an essential omega-3 fatty acid, because you can only get it from your diet. Theres also eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are mostly found in animal products like fatty fish and fish oil, or made by your body from ALA.

In a vegan diet, ALA is only obtained from plants, and the conversion of this fatty acid into EPA and DHA which are essential components of your cells membranes is very inefficient, Bakker says. This leads to an imbalance of fatty acids and deficiency in EPA and DHA, which are very important for brain and body health from assisting with brain development to reducing your risk of breast cancer, depression and more.

Vegans and anyone who doesnt regularly eat fatty, oily fish can reach the daily recommendation of 250500 mg per day by supplementing with algal oil.

Iron is an important component of your red blood cells, as it transports oxygen around the body, says Bakker. Consuming too little iron can lead to anaemia, decrease your immune function, and result in dry and damaged skin and hair or even hair loss.

A deficiency in this nutrient presents as fatigue, and vegans especially need to ensure they are eating enough iron-rich foods, Bakker says. Vegan diets often have higher amounts of phytates a naturally occurring compound found in all plant foods like beans, grains, nuts, and seeds which can inhibit the absorption of this mineral.

As Bakker explained, heme iron is only available from animal products, whereas non-heme iron is found in plants. Because heme iron is more easily absorbed, people who follow a vegan diet are often advised to aim for 1.8 times the usual daily recommendation, which is 8 mg per day for adult men and post-menopausal women; 18 mg per day for adult women.

Iron-rich vegan foods include cruciferous vegetables, beans, peas, dried fruit, nuts, and seeds, and fortified foods, such as cereals, breads, and plant-based milks.To increase absorption, avoid drinking caffeinated drinks with meals, and pair iron-rich foods with a source of vitamin C. You could also use cast-iron pots and pans to cook with.

Zinc is essential for metabolism, the immune system and cell repair, says Karuzin. Contained mainly in animal products, and with the same absorption mechanism as iron, zinc from plant foods is poorly absorbed, he says. Adults need around 10 mg per day equivalent to around two oysters.

Vegans are encouraged to consume 1.5 times the recommended amount of zinc each day.

Vegans tend to consume lower amounts of zinc than their meat-eating counterparts, adds Bakker. The effect of a higher phytate consumption as found with vegan diets on the bioavailability of zinc is a cause for concern, she says. For this reason, vegans are encouraged to consume 1.5 times the recommended amount each day.

Whole grains, sprouted breads, tofu, legumes, nuts and seeds are all suitable plant-based sources of zinc. Soaking legumes, nuts and seeds and seeds overnight boosts absorption, as does eating fermented foods such as miso, kimchi and tempeh.

Iodine plays an important role in the functioning of the thyroid gland and metabolism, says Karuzin. Iodine comes mostly from food such as iodised salt, seaweed, seafood and dairy products. The latter is the main source of iodine for most people, and comes from iodine supplements in cattle feed and iodine-containing disinfectant.

In plants, the iodine levels depend on the the iodine content of the soil they were grown in. Adults are recommended to have 150 mcg of iodine per day. If you dont use iodised salt or regularly eat seaweed, you should consider taking an iodine supplement.

Protein is described as the building block of life for a reason. Its responsible for making enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals and also plays a vital role in building bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. While protein seems to be packed into everything these days, from workout shakes to energy bars, plant protein differs from animal protein, which is known as complete protein, since it contains all nine amino acids your body needs.

Certain plant proteins, such as quinoa, tofu, and hemp seeds, are complete proteins, but some are incomplete i.e. missing some amino acids. This means you need to combine different sources plant proteins throughout the day to make up the complete range of amino acids needed by your body and fill in the gaps. As long as youre eating a healthy, balanced diet with a variety of plant protein sources, this shouldnt be a problem.

Following a vegan diet focused on fruit, vegetables, pulses, beans, nuts, seeds and unrefined whole grains can have a significant and positive impact on your health. But without proper planning, youll miss out on essential nutrients thats where vegan supplements come in.

A well-chosen diet and proper portioning can meet your nutritional needs, says Karuzin. However, certain nutrient requirements are difficult to achieve through diet and food alone. This is especially true for vitamin D, omega-3, iron and vitamin B12. However, for a complete picture, it is necessary to perform tests and consult a doctor.

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Ever since she's declared 2020 her "Year of Health," Rebel Wilson is opening up about how hard she's working on her goals in frequent workouts, training sessions, and of course, in a brand new diet. The Bridesmaids and Pitch Perfect star says she's trying to reach a goal weight of 75 kilograms, about 165 pounds, by the end of the year: "Even if you have to crawl towards your goals, keep going [and] it will be worth it, she shared on Instagram.

The 40-year-old Australian actor and comedian reportedly found her inspiration for her new health journey after visiting a well-known wellness center in Austria. According to People, Rebel's 2020 goals stem from a trip to VivaMayr with pal and TV host Carly Steel in 2019 where she saw "amazing results" based on the center's plan. What kind of treatment did she encounter there, you might ask? As shared in a personal review published in Grazia, Viva Mayr helps guests through a signature detox that involves certain spa treatments, mental health sessions, and a thorough diet and fitness revamp.

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Not everyone can jet off for a stay in a medical center in Austria or locations in London, Mumbai, Istanbul, or Moscow for a consultation at the clinic (which costs around $211, according to The Guardian). But Viva Mayr's diet program specifically has been made popular by Harald Staussier, one of the clinic's founders, in a 14-day diet plan that's now known as the Mayr Method Diet, which promises to help you "revamp your health and feel years younger."

Believe it or not, the Mayr Method has been around for more than a century, according to VivaMayr personnel it's based on the "Mayr Cure" created by Franz Xaver Mayr, also known as F.X. Mayr. The basics of the program have to do with a "clean" gut, and a focus on eating foods that massage digestive systems. Maximilian Schubert, the medical director of VivaMayr, told NBC's Today that the Mayr diet has rarely changed over time: "The main idea behind this if people have a healthy gut system and healthy digestive system, then they are going to have a holistic approach of health," Schubert explained.

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Usually, people are first introduced to this diet by visiting VivaMayr or one of its many wellness retreats around the world during a prolonged stay and a series of consultations. "VivaMayr combines modern complementary medicine with traditional diagnostics and therapies according to F.X. Mayr, the VivaMayr website reads. Once we have treated your condition, proper nutrition combined with exercise and improved mental awareness become the building blocks of your new life.

Schubert told Today that the first recommendation made to many clients is to start a new fasting regimen: "In general, the first step is always a monotone and restricted diet, to really calm down the body system, food-wise," he said. In addition to adopting a short-term fast, the program will also include a prescribed cleanse, taking new or expanded vitamins, and supplements in what Schubert calls a "detoxification process." It's unclear which vitamins or supplements are used at clinics or Viva Mayr retreats, but there's a good chance that both have to do with aiming to lower the body's pH level based on the tenets of the alkaline diet.

According to our friends at Women's Health UK, in addition to establishing a fasting schedule, dieters will also refrain from eating sugar or drinking coffee (anything containing caffeine) and alcohol during the program. "Quite often, people will have some headaches and mood changes in the first three or four days afterwards, they recover very well again," Schubert told Today.

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While the suggestions above are made within the 14-day diet guide, there isn't clear restrictive guidelines for the diet program, and you may adapt the program over time: "It's perfectly acceptable to create your own meals rather than following suggested menu plans, although you may want to try them for a few days first, to get the hang of the way food is prepared at Viva Mayr," the meal plan's introduction reads.

Ultimately, the diet is often purported to be based on the basics of an alkaline diet, but Stefani Sassos, MS, RD, CDN, the Good Housekeeping Housekeeping Institute's registered dietitian, explains that the foods on the diet plan's shopping list aren't actually included in true alkaline-forward diets. "Many foods on this list, including polenta, risotto, meat, and dairy aren't normally allowed on an alkaline diet as they are thought to be 'acidic.'" It may not matter in the end though, Sassos explains, because the alkaline diet's benefits have to do with eating more vegetables, reducing sugar and processed foods intake, and drinking more water (all things you can do without prescribing to a diet!).

Here's a majority of the Mayr Method Diet shopping list as highlighted in the book's introduction:

The 14-day diet plan also comes with a prescribed meal plan and recipes to help you get started.

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Because most of the consultations happen at the clinic, Sassos says she's judging what's in the diet's book alone. Overall, the prescribed shopping list and meal plans in the book wouldn't be harmful, per se: "Would the foods on this list do you harm? No, I don't think so." Like every other diet, Sassos says you should enjoy everything on the Mayr diet's approved list in moderation and you should also feel comfortable having prohibited items, like coffee, in moderation as well. "The quality of macronutrients matters in any food, but you could easily gain weight if you're eating an excessive amount of certain foods on this list that are very calorically dense, like cheese, butter, and polenta."

If you attempt the Mayr Method Diet at home, there are a few takeaways you should focus on above all else, including the suggestions to eat more mindfully at mealtimes. "Many of us rush our meals and don't chew our food enough, and chewing is important to ensure proper digestion and maximum absorption later on in our digestive tract," Sassos explains, adding that somewhere between 30-40 chews per mouthful is something you should aim for. "It takes about 20 minutes for your body to signal to your brain that it is full. If we are eating too quickly, we can easily overeat before our brain is able to register that we are full."

One thing you shouldn't try at home is finding supplements to mimic any clinic treatment. "If you see [any product] with cleanse or detox slapped on it, be suspicious and ask questions," Sassos says. "For gut health in particular, staying hydrated and incorporating probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, kefir, and kombucha into your diet is ideal. I always say food first before reaching for a supplement or pill."

The bottom line: You should always consult your doctor before making a long term change to your diet, but most principles of the Mayr Diet shouldn't be harmful. Remember, any diet needs to be paired with exercise (Rebel is also working hard on her fitness routine, Women's Health reports) for healthy, long-term weight management. The best principle of the VivaMayr program may be to focus more at mealtime: "Take time to actually register what you are eating, savor the flavor, and properly digest your food," Sassos says. "It can also improve your relationship with food and enhance the enjoyment of mealtime."

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Barley grass is a common ingredient at juice shops and health stores, frequently appearing alongside other greens like kale, spinach, and wheatgrass.

Its often dubbed a superfood and used as a supplement to boost weight loss, enhance immune function, and support overall health.

This article reviews the benefits, uses, and potential side effects of barley grass.

Barley is a type of grain thats considered the fourth most important cereal crop around the globe (1).

Also known as barley leaves and barley greens, barley grass is the leaf of the barley plant. It has been studied extensively for its beneficial health effects and is often featured in green juices and supplements.

Although fresh barley grass can be tricky to find, its available in other forms, including powders, juices, tablets, and gummies.

Its often combined with other ingredients in green blends, including kale, spirulina, and wheatgrass.

Barley grass is the leaf of the barley plant, and its available in several forms, including powders, juices, tablets, and gummies.

Barley grass is rich in a variety of important nutrients.

Dried barley grass, in particular, is a great source of fiber, boasting nearly 3 grams per tablespoon (10 grams).

Plus, each serving of barley grass contains a good amount of vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that regulates immune function, cell growth, and vision (2).

Its also high in vitamin C, which plays a central role in everything from skin health to wound healing to oral health (3).

It provides vitamin K as well, an essential micronutrient thats needed for blood clotting, bone formation, heart health, and more (4).

Lastly, its rich in polyphenols and flavonoids. These compounds act as antioxidants to reduce oxidative stress and protect against chronic disease (1, 5).

Barley grass is a good source of many nutrients, including fiber, polyphenols, flavonoids, and vitamins A, C, and K.

Barley grass has been associated with several potential health benefits.

Some studies suggest that barley grass could help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

This may be thanks to its content of insoluble fiber, a type of fiber that doesnt dissolve in water. Its speculated that increasing your fiber intake could reduce blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, making it easier for your body to use insulin effectively (6, 7, 8).

Nevertheless, studies on the effects of barley grass specifically are limited, and many are outdated. More research is needed to determine how consuming this plant could affect your blood sugar levels.

Adding barley grass to your diet is a great way to support heart health.

According to one older study in 36 people with diabetes, taking 15 grams of barley leaf extract for 4 weeks decreased the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, which is a risk factor for heart disease (9).

Whats more, in an older animal study, rabbits fed barley leaf essence experienced decreased levels of total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, compared with a control group (10).

Barley grass also contains compounds like saponarin, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and tryptophan, all of which have been linked to decreased blood pressure, reduced inflammation, and improved heart health (11).

However, most available research is outdated, and some studies have turned up conflicting results. Furthermore, many studies have used concentrated extracts of barley grass powder, which may not produce the same results as adding barley grass to your diet (12).

Therefore, more high quality studies should be conducted to better examine how consuming barley grass may affect heart health in humans.

Barley grass is low in calories but high in fiber, making it a great addition to a healthy weight loss diet.

Fiber moves through your body slowly, keeping you feeling fuller for longer to curb cravings and decrease hunger. In fact, several studies have found that increasing your intake of fiber could boost weight loss (13).

For example, one study in 252 women associated each gram of fiber consumed daily with 0.5 pounds (0.25 kg) of weight loss and 0.25% less body fat over 20 months (14).

Similarly, a 6-month study in 345 adults with overweight or obesity showed that those who ate more fiber lost more weight and found it easier to stick to their prescribed diet (15).

Furthermore, one study in rats on a high fat diet showed that drinking barley grass juice decreased body weight and body mass index (BMI) more effectively than drinking a control (16).

However, more research in humans is needed to evaluate the effects of barley grass on weight loss.

Although more research is needed, some human and animal studies suggest that barley grass may promote weight loss, improve blood sugar levels, and support heart health.

Although barley grass is generally safe to consume for most people, there are a few side effects and precautions that you may want to consider.

First, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesnt regulate the safety or effectiveness of barley grass supplements in the same way that it monitors drugs.

When purchasing supplements, be sure to buy from a reputable retailer and look for products that have undergone third-party testing and are free of fillers, additives, and artificial ingredients.

Additionally, note that some barley grass products may contain high amounts of micronutrients like vitamin K or potassium.

Those taking blood thinners like warfarin should keep their vitamin K intake consistent to avoid interfering with these medications effects (4).

Furthermore, people with kidney disease may be advised to limit their intake of potassium to help keep their blood potassium levels within the normal range (17).

Thus, if youre taking medications or have any underlying health conditions, talk to a healthcare provider before using barley grass supplements.

Finally, those who have celiac disease or a sensitivity to gluten should exercise caution when purchasing barley grass products. Although gluten is only found in the seeds of the barley grain, theres a risk of cross-contamination.

The FDA doesnt regulate barley grass supplements in the same way that it monitors drugs. Also, some may contain high amounts of certain nutrients. If you have celiac disease or a sensitivity to gluten, exercise caution with barley grass products.

Although fresh barley grass can be difficult to find, barley grass powder is widely available at many health stores, pharmacies, and online.

It has a mild, slightly bitter flavor and makes a great addition to juices, smoothies, and shakes.

Heres a simple recipe for a barley grass smoothie:

Barley grass powder is widely available and can be added to a variety of juices, smoothies, and shakes.

Barley grass is a common ingredient often featured in juices, supplements, and greens powders.

Its rich in several nutrients and may promote weight loss, enhance heart health, and support better blood sugar control, although more human studies are needed to confirm these benefits.

Barley grass powder is widely available and works well in many different recipes, including shakes, smoothies, and juices.

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