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Serrapeptase

An enzyme originally found in silkworms that can break down scar tissue and mucus — it's been used in Europe and Asia for inflammation and respiratory health.

Benefits

  • +May help reduce inflammation and swelling
  • +Can break down scar tissue and fibrin
  • +May help clear mucus in the respiratory tract
  • +Useful after surgery or injury for recovery support
  • +Has antioxidant properties

Dosage & Cost

Range20,000–40,000 SPU (serrapeptase units)/day
TimingOn an empty stomach (30 min before or 2 hours after a meal) for best systemic absorption
Daily cost0.20–0.60

MUST be enteric-coated (EC) capsules. The enzyme is protein-based and will be destroyed by stomach acid if not protected.

Side Effects

  • !Can cause digestive upset or nausea
  • !May thin the blood slightly — caution with blood thinners
  • !Rare: allergic reactions
  • !Must be taken enteric-coated — otherwise stomach acid destroys the enzyme
  • !May cause skin rashes in some people

Food Sources

  • Originally from the gut of silkworms
  • Not available from foods — supplement only

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