Proteolytic enzymes, such as pepsin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin, are naturally produced by the human body to carry out essential functions of breaking down proteins into smaller peptides for efficient digestion and nutrient absorption. Plant, fungal, and microbial proteolytic enzymes produced from pineapple, papaya, and species of non-pathogenic fungi and bacteria such asAspergillusandSerratiaalso confer a benefit. Beyond digestion, research has demonstrated the effectiveness of supplemental proteolytic enzymes in other areas of health and wellness, including immune, cardiovascular, physiological, and systemic health.*