proteolytic
adjective
pro·teo·lyt·ic
ˌprō-tē-ə-ˈli-tik 
: of, relating to, or producing proteolysis
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Proteases, also known as proteolytic enzymes, are a large group of enzymes necessary for several important processes in the body, including protein digestion, cellular function, and blood-clotting.1
The body naturally produces proteases.
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Aug. 2024
This unique blend features 10 different proteolytic enzymes that help break down proteins into their amino acid components, allowing for optimal absorption of nutrients for maximum benefits.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 27 June 2023
Pomegranate enzymes are safe, proteolytic enzymes that help gently break down and digest large proteins that have accumulated on the skin, while aloe vera acts as a hydrating and anti-inflammatory protective barrier to soothe itchiness and help to prevent water loss.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 13 May 2022
Upon death, proteolytic enzymes are activated and attack the lobster’s internal organs.
—Mai Nguyen, Discover Magazine, 19 May 2015
The team developed a membrane that includes proteolytic enzymes that attach to the protein spikes and deactivates them.
—Gretchen Cuda Kroen, cleveland, 22 July 2022
In this formula, papain, the proteolytic enzyme sourced from raw papaya, is combined with bromelain, the same type of enzyme found in pineapple.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 May 2022
Two proteolytic cleavage events release the fusion peptide, forming a membrane bridge between the virus and the cell.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2022
Subsequent studies report three drugs, boceprevir, narlaprevir, and telaprevir, inhibit NSP5 protease proteolytic activity and bind into its active site.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 4 June 2021
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Aug. 2024
This unique blend features 10 different proteolytic enzymes that help break down proteins into their amino acid components, allowing for optimal absorption of nutrients for maximum benefits.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 27 June 2023
Pomegranate enzymes are safe, proteolytic enzymes that help gently break down and digest large proteins that have accumulated on the skin, while aloe vera acts as a hydrating and anti-inflammatory protective barrier to soothe itchiness and help to prevent water loss.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 13 May 2022
Upon death, proteolytic enzymes are activated and attack the lobster’s internal organs.
—Mai Nguyen, Discover Magazine, 19 May 2015
The team developed a membrane that includes proteolytic enzymes that attach to the protein spikes and deactivates them.
—Gretchen Cuda Kroen, cleveland, 22 July 2022
In this formula, papain, the proteolytic enzyme sourced from raw papaya, is combined with bromelain, the same type of enzyme found in pineapple.
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 May 2022
Two proteolytic cleavage events release the fusion peptide, forming a membrane bridge between the virus and the cell.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 28 Jan. 2022
Subsequent studies report three drugs, boceprevir, narlaprevir, and telaprevir, inhibit NSP5 protease proteolytic activity and bind into its active site.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 4 June 2021
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proteolytic
adjective
pro·teo·lyt·ic
ˌprōt-ē-ə-ˈlit-ik
: of, relating to, or producing proteolysis
proteolytic enzymes
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