Similase GFCF 120c by Integrative Therapeutics – Digestive Enzyme Support for Meals
Similase GFCF capsules by Integrative Therapeutics provide digestive enzyme support for adults, with a protease blend that supplies DPP IV activity alongside enzymes for carbohydrates and fats. This microbial enzyme formula is designed to complement a gluten-free, casein-free lifestyle, not replace food avoidance when it is medically necessary.
The combination addresses several components of a mixed meal rather than focusing on just one food group. Gluten and casein are proteins; lactose is a sugar. That distinction matters because the proteases and lactases in this formula perform different digestive jobs.
Key Similase GFCF 120c Benefits
- Supports the breakdown of dietary proteins, including gluten and casein fragments, through complementary protease activities.
- Helps digest starches, sugars, and fats with enzymes that each act on a different food component.
- Supports digestive comfort by helping relieve occasional indigestion, gas, and bloating associated with meals.
- Complements a gluten-free, casein-free eating pattern without replacing necessary dietary exclusions.
How Similase GFCF 120c Works
Enzymes help split large food molecules into smaller components during digestion. Similase GFCF combines protein-cleaving enzymes with amylase, lactase, lipase, cellulase, sucrase, and phytase. Taking the capsules with meals follows the manufacturer's directions and places the enzymes alongside the food they act on.
The label reports enzyme activity in assay units because activity describes an enzyme's ability to do its particular job. Units such as HUT, DU, ALU, and FIP measure different activities; they are not interchangeable measures of strength.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- DPP IV Protease Blend (Protease I, II, III, IV, V): Proteases split proteins into smaller fragments. This blend also supplies DPP IV activity, which helps break down proline-containing fragments from gluten and casein. Enzyme support is not permission to eat foods that require strict avoidance.
- Amylase: Breaks starch chains into smaller carbohydrates that can undergo further digestion. Its role differs from protein digestion, adding support for the starchy portion of a mixed meal alongside the formula's proteases and other carbohydrate-digesting enzymes.
- Lactase I, II: Splits lactose into the simpler sugars glucose and galactose. Lactose is distinct from casein, the milk protein, so lactase supports a different step than the protease blend. Lactase activity does not remove the need to avoid milk when medically advised.
- Lipase I, II: Helps split dietary fats into smaller components during digestion. This complements the formula's protein- and carbohydrate-digesting enzymes, giving it a role in processing the fat-containing portion of a meal rather than focusing only on gluten and casein.
- Cellulase I, II: Acts on cellulose, a structural component of plant cell walls. Its digestive task is different from that of amylase, which acts on starch, so the two enzymes address distinct carbohydrate structures found in plant foods.
Similase GFCF 120c Is Formulated For
- Adults looking for meal-time support for protein, carbohydrate, and fat digestion.
- Adults maintaining a gluten-free, casein-free lifestyle who want complementary enzyme support while continuing required dietary restrictions.
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Recommendation: Adults take 2 capsules with each meal or as recommended by a healthcare professional.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
Microbial Enzymes ... 621 mg**
Assay Method
DPP IV Protease Blend (Protease I, II, III, IV, V)
FCC (pH 4.7) ... 134,660 HUT
FCC (pH 7.0) ... 22,660 PC
USP (pH 7.5) ... 12,557 USP
Amylase
FCC (pH 4.6) ... 16,370 DP°
FCC (pH 4.8) ... 16,370 DU
USP (pH 6.8) ... 10,913 USP
Lactase I, II ... FCC (pH 4.5) 642 ALU
Lipase I, II ... FCC (pH 7.0) 888 FIP
Cellulase I, II ... FCC (pH 4.5) 141 CU
Sucrase (Invertase) ... FCC (pH 4.5) 181 SU
Phytase ... FCC (pH 5.5) 0.68 FTU
**Daily Value (DV) not established.
Other Ingredients: plant-derived capsule (hypromellose), cellulose, inulin (from chicory root), calcium laurate, silica
Does Not Contain: Contains no dairy, or artificial colors or flavors.
Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions About Similase GFCF 120c
What are the benefits of Similase GFCF 120c?
Similase GFCF 120c supports the digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats with a combination of microbial enzymes. Its DPP IV protease blend helps break down protein fragments from gluten and casein, while amylase, lactase, and lipase address other meal components. The formula also supports relief of occasional indigestion, gas, and bloating. It complements a gluten-free, casein-free lifestyle; it does not make restricted foods appropriate to eat or replace a prescribed exclusion diet.
Who should take Similase GFCF 120c?
Similase GFCF 120c is intended for adults seeking digestive support with meals, including those maintaining a gluten-free, casein-free lifestyle. The manufacturer directs adults to take 2 capsules with each meal or as recommended by a healthcare professional. Its lactase and protease activities address different food components, so choosing it should reflect your dietary needs rather than assuming every digestive symptom has the same cause. Pregnancy, nursing, diabetes, and medication use require professional guidance before use.
Are there any side effects of taking Similase GFCF 120c?
If you are pregnant, nursing, have diabetes, or if you are taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use. While Similase® GFCF will reduce the level of reactive gliadin and gluten proteins in a meal, it is advised that celiac disease sufferers continue with their normal gluten-exclusion diet as even small amounts of gliadin can cause adverse reactions in the most sensitized individuals. Keep out of reach of children. Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
How does Similase GFCF 120c support overall health?
Similase GFCF 120c supports overall health through its focused role in food breakdown. Proteases act on proteins, amylase acts on starch, and lipases act on dietary fats. Lactase, cellulase, sucrase, and phytase add activities directed at other food components. These are digestive functions, not a promise of improved health in every body system. The capsules work alongside an appropriate eating pattern, and people who need gluten exclusion must continue that diet even when using enzyme support.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Similase GFCF
I have celeaic and use this product when eating out. I am still careful to order mindfully,and to avoid gluten and dairy if possible.however this supplement seems to work well for me in most situations.
