Cooking Tips to Preserve Enzymes in Food

Just a quick tip today: if you’re boiling the life out of your vegetables, you might be losing more than just texture. Overcooking can break down the natural enzymes found in food. These enzymes play a role in digestion and help support healthy metabolism.

A better option is to steam your vegetables. It’s gentler on nutrients and enzymes, and they’ll still come out full of flavor.

Microwaving is another story. While it may be convenient, it is not ideal if your goal is to preserve what’s naturally in your food. If possible, reheat meals on the stovetop or in the oven. Even when ordering takeout, you can ask for your food not to be microwaved. Some places will be happy to accommodate.

Deep frying also destroys enzymes. On top of that, many fryers use oils that become oxidized over time. Eating too much of that kind of fat can contribute to inflammation and strain your cardiovascular system.

If you do end up eating a heavier meal or something that’s been overcooked, there is a simple way to support digestion. Take two BioClair Digestive Enzymes before your meal. They continue working in your system for up to four hours.

This started as a minor tip, I know. But as always, once we get going, there’s a lot to say. We’ll leave it there for now.