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In particular, look for enzyme cleaners that contain lipase, an enzyme that breaks down fats and oils including sebum.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2025
There are different types of enzymes specific to different nutrients, including:
protease for proteins
lipase for fats
lactase for lactose
sucrase for sucrose
How do digestive enzymes work?
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
High lipase levels can be a sign of a problem with the pancreas.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune Europe, 12 Sep. 2024
But Take Note This powder contains a digestive enzyme blend, including lactase, amylase, and lipase, which are generally considered safe and may improve digestion in some.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
Enzyme supplements such as amylase (for carbohydrates), protease (for proteins), and lipase (for fats) can aid in digestion and reduce symptoms of bloating, gas, and indigestion, especially for individuals with enzyme deficiencies or digestive disorders.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2024
Fish oil with lipase, a digestive enzyme, may help your body break down fats.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 27 July 2023
By providing a blend of enzymes including protease, amylase, and lipase, these supplements can help your body break down food more efficiently and effectively.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2023
Your body produces lipase, an enzyme that breaks down and processes fat quickly to accelerate its absorption.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 24 May 2023
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2025
There are different types of enzymes specific to different nutrients, including:
protease for proteins
lipase for fats
lactase for lactose
sucrase for sucrose
How do digestive enzymes work?
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
High lipase levels can be a sign of a problem with the pancreas.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune Europe, 12 Sep. 2024
But Take Note This powder contains a digestive enzyme blend, including lactase, amylase, and lipase, which are generally considered safe and may improve digestion in some.
—Alexandra Paetow Ms Rdn, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
Enzyme supplements such as amylase (for carbohydrates), protease (for proteins), and lipase (for fats) can aid in digestion and reduce symptoms of bloating, gas, and indigestion, especially for individuals with enzyme deficiencies or digestive disorders.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2024
Fish oil with lipase, a digestive enzyme, may help your body break down fats.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 27 July 2023
By providing a blend of enzymes including protease, amylase, and lipase, these supplements can help your body break down food more efficiently and effectively.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 June 2023
Your body produces lipase, an enzyme that breaks down and processes fat quickly to accelerate its absorption.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 24 May 2023
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“Lipase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lipase. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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lipase
noun
li·pase
ˈlī-ˌpās 
-ˌpāz
: an enzyme that functions especially in the breakdown or digestion of fats
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