Starchway contains a unique blend of the digestive enzymes Invertase (7500 u) (derived from yeast) and Gluco-Amylase (2500 u). The enzyme Invertase helps in the digestion of sucrose, while the enzyme Gluco-Amylase helps with the digestion of starch. The capsules are easy to twist open, allowing the powder to be taken separately or mixed with water. Starchway comes with a small user-friendly container and is suitable for children aged 2 and up.
Starch and sucrose
Starch is a complex carbohydrate found in grain products, potatoes and pasta. It is also present in other grain-based foods like pasta, corn, legumes and processed foods such as biscuits, chocolate, chips, breaded meat products and snacks.
Sucrose, also known as saccharose or sugar, is found in fruits such as apples, bananas, mangoes, pears, oranges, watermelon and in processed foods where sugar has been added, like biscuits and sauces.
Digestion of starch and sucrose in the body
Starch consists of two long chains of linked carbohydrate molecules. The digestive enzyme Gluco-Amylase breaks down starch in the small intestine into smaller sugars, making them easier to digest. If there is an insufficient amount of Gluco-Amylase, starch cannot be effectively broken down, leading to reduced absorption in the small intestine.
Sucrose is composed of two linked carbohydrate molecules: glucose and fructose. The Invertase enzyme in the intestines splits sucrose into glucose and fructose, allowing the intestinal wall to absorb them. If there is a deficiency of the Invertase enzyme, sucrose cannot be split and thus cannot be adequately absorbed in the small intestine.
Starchway capsules from Intoleran
Starchway contains capsules with a special blend of digestive enzymes, which help with the digestion of starch and sucrose from food. Our products are developed with great care and attention by our in-house dietitians. For the composition of our products, we use only the necessary ingredients, therefore our products are pure, free of gluten and soy, and of high quality. Starchway is Low FODMAP Certified™ by Monash University.
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