NO-FENOL
Now Available with Either Rice Bran or Cellulose (SCD) Filler
Unique Formulation to Assist in Digestion of Phenolic Foods
High Amounts of Xylanase and Cellulase Enzymes
Phytase Present to Increase Availability of Minerals and Nutrients
NOW AVAILABLE IN 200 DOSE POWDER FORM, NO CAPSULES
No-Fenol was developed by Dr. Devin Houston in response to requests for a
product that would allow them to eat fruits and vegetables without the
problems thought to be associated with some phenolic compounds. Initial
responses from many indicate that No-Fenol can allow the addition of these
foods to the diet without complications.
All plants contain some degree of phenolic compounds. The phenol structure
itself is ubiquitous in nature, and is actually essential to many of life’s
processes. Current thinking by many is that some have difficulty in the
assimilation of phenolic compounds.
The research literature indicates that some phenolic compounds are modified
by the addition of carbohydrate groups to their structures, which may
inhibit their crossing into cells and being metabolized. The current
hypothesis for why No-Fenol may help is through the ability of the enzymes
in this product to remove the carbohydrate groups from the phenols, thus
allowing normal processing by the detoxification pathways. There is no
evidence that No-Fenol directly modifies phenolic structures. Indeed, the
success of No-Fenol in allowing the addition of phenolic foods back into the
diet may result in a re-evaluation of the basis of the phenol "problem".
Xylanase is the major component of No-Fenol, and is an enzyme used to
breakdown the structural components of plant cell walls, which are primarily
very complex carbohydrates. Xylanase is used in the juice industry to
extract more juice from fruit pulp fibers. At least one reference indicates
that polyphenolic compounds are actually increased by the presence of
xylanase. Based on this reference and the fact that No-Fenol has allowed
"phenol-sensitive" individuals to ingest phenolic foods, HNI now believes
that the phenol issue is much more complex than previously thought, and may
not be due so much to the presence of phenols as to the specific structure
of these phenols.
Reported Side Effects
In some cases, stools were softer and less formed, which may be a result of
the enzymes decreasing the viscosity of the intestinal contents, as noted in
animal studies.
Contraindications for Enzyme Supplementation
This product may not be appropriate for those with known allergies to
Aspergillus enzyme proteins, though non-specific mold allergies do not
necessarily preclude use of fungal enzymes. Consult your medical doctor for
further advice, and err on the side of caution. Those with known
anaphylactic allergic reactions to fungal proteins should NOT ingest
fungal-derived enzymes.
Maximum dosing
No upper limit has been established for enzyme dosing, and animal studies
found no toxicity at dosing as high as 80,000 FXU per kilogram of body
weight per day for 13 weeks. No-Fenol is recommended primarily for those
with known intolerances to phenolic compounds. Recommended dosing is from ½
- 1 capsule with phenolic foods, but not necessarily with every meal. Some
have found satisfactory results with once or twice per day dosing,
indicating that optimal dosing may be dependent upon many factors.
Each capsule of No-Fenol contains:
Zyphenase™, a proprietary blend containing:
Xylanase........................32,000 XU
CereCalase......................1,500 MU
Rice Bran (Original) OR Cellulose and MCT oil (SCD Version)
NoFenol is free of gluten, casein, soy, MSG, salicylates, sugar, and
artificial colors.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not
intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.
Peptizyde™ and Zyphenase™ are trademarks of Houston Nutraceuticals, Inc.
CereCalase™ is a trademark of National Enzyme Company.
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NOTE: These statements and/or products have not been evaluated by the FDA
and are not meant to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any illness. Please
consult your medical doctor for treatment options.
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