Enzyme-rich foods that are easy to find in the Vietnamese market: Close but effective

Enzyme-rich foods that are easy to find in the Vietnamese market: Close but effective

Enzymes – “effective assistants” for the body

If the body is likened to a sophisticated factory, enzymes are the “workers” responsible for producing energy, digesting food, regenerating cells, and eliminating toxins every day.
Each type of enzyme has its own role, such as:

• digestive enzymes that help break down food,
• metabolic enzymes help absorb nutrients, while
• antioxidant enzymes protect cells from premature aging…

According to Harvard Health Publishing – a medical journal of Harvard University, USA:

Harvard Health: “Enzymes are vital proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body, helping digestion, energy production, and detoxification processes.”
“Enzymes are essential proteins that help speed up chemical reactions in the body, aid in digestion, energy production, and detoxification.”)

 

Nowadays, many people experience problems such as bloating, indigestion, fatigue after eating, or dull skin without knowing the cause. One of the most common reasons is a diet lacking in natural enzymes – often due to overcooking or eating processed foods.
The good news is: you don’t need expensive foods from abroad, because in the Vietnamese market there are countless foods rich in natural enzymes, easy to find and cheap!

See also: Difference Between Natural and Synthetic Enzymes

Top enzyme-rich foods that are easy to find in the Vietnamese market

1. Papaya – “king of digestive enzymes”

Ripe papaya contains papain, an extremely potent proteolytic enzyme. It helps you digest meat and fish faster and reduces the feeling of fullness after eating.
Eating a few pieces of papaya after a meal with meat is a simple way to support the stomach.

According to Healthline – a popular global medical website:

Healthline: “Papain, found in papaya, helps break down proteins and may ease digestive symptoms such as bloating and constipation.”
(Translation: “Papain in papaya helps break down proteins and can reduce symptoms of bloating and constipation.”)

2. Pineapple (fragrant) – rich in bromelain, reduces inflammation and is easy to digest

Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain, which aids in protein digestion and has natural anti-inflammatory properties.
People who eat a lot of red meat or exercise regularly can add pineapple to their diet to help muscles recover faster.

3. Ripe bananas – aids in the digestion of starches

Bananas are a familiar dish in every Vietnamese market, containing the enzymes amylase and glucosidase – which help break down starch into natural sugars.
Eating bananas after heavy meals helps the body absorb better and reduces the feeling of heaviness in the stomach.

4. Pure honey – natural enzymes that help balance energy

Honey contains diastase, invertase, catalase, which support sugar metabolism and help restore natural energy.
Note: only pure, unheated honey should be used because enzymes are easily destroyed at high temperatures.

5. Fermented foods – a treasure trove of enzymes of Vietnamese people

Sauerkraut, pickled eggplant, shrimp paste, fish sauce, rice wine… are “Vietnamese” dishes containing a rich amount of enzymes and beneficial bacteria.
In particular, enzymes from the fermentation process help balance the intestinal microflora, support absorption and increase resistance.

See also: Top enzyme-rich foods to include in your daily meals

According to Frontiers in Microbiology (an international scientific journal):

Frontiers in Microbiology: “Fermented foods are rich in enzymes and probiotics that enhance gut health, nutrient absorption, and immune function.”
“Fermented foods are high in enzymes and probiotics, which promote gut health, nutrient absorption, and improve immunity.”)

6. Yogurt and kefir – “golden friends” for the digestive system

These two dishes contain lactase, an enzyme that helps digest lactose in milk, and provides good probiotics for the intestines.
Combining yogurt with fresh fruits rich in enzymes (papaya, pineapple, kiwi…) is the perfect snack for both children and adults.

How to preserve enzymes when processing food

1. Eaten raw or lightly cooked: enzymes are easily destroyed when boiled beyond 50–60°C.
2. Give preference to fresh fruit, salads, or juices.
3. Combine natural enzymes with probiotics – for example, eating yogurt with fruit to increase absorption.
4. Limit processed foods because they have almost no natural enzymes.

Advice from EnzymeGroup.Vn experts

Eating right – eating enough fresh, naturally enzymatic foods from Vietnamese markets is the simplest, safest and most sustainable way to support digestion, rejuvenate the body and increase immunity every day.
In addition, depending on the case, some enzyme supplements can be added to help strengthen resistance and prevent and cure diseases such as:

• Noni Enzyme – the secret to promoting comprehensive natural health
• Vinatto Enzyme – Cardiovascular Support – Stroke Prevention – Prevention
• Katima Enzyme – Varicose Vein Spray – helps relieve varicose veins quickly
• Cocolung Enzyme – Soothes coughs, protects the respiratory tract
• Lung Spray – ear, nose and throat spray… blow away the cough – inflammation of sores
• Biolung Back – microbial balance, clean back skin

The Group’s enzyme products EnzymeGroup.Vn developed contain high-tech enzyme extracts. All products are tested, evaluated for quality, and have full information about enzyme activity. There are clear, safe and effective instructions for use.

 

If you want more advice on enzyme-rich menus suitable for your body type (vegetarians, the elderly, people who are prone to bloating, etc.), please visit EnzymeGroup.Vn to have an expert accompany you.

References

1. Harvard Health Publishing – “What are enzymes and how do they work?”
   https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/digestive-enzymes-how-supplements-like-lactaid-and-beano-can-help-with-digestion
2. Healthline – “Papain: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects, and More”
   https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/papain
3. Frontiers in Microbiology – “Fermented Foods, Microbiota, and Mental Health: Ancient Practice Meets Modern Science”
   https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2019.01883/full