Alpha-Galactosidase: Extra strength enzyme support for plant-based diets Current dietary recommendations from the USDA encourage Americans to increase our fruit, vegetable, and grain consumption. Some dieticians and nutritionists recommend that, 30% - 50% of our diet be made up of a combination of these essential "complex (vegetables) and "simple" (sugars) carbohydrates. Carbohydrates provide essential nutrients needed to support protein and fat metabolism, help fight infection, promote the growth of bones and assist in skin rejuvenation. It is very common to experience discomfort when digesting these types of foods. Symptoms range from occasional gas and bloating to indigestion and other imbalances.When added to your meal as a supplement, Gastro can assist the body in breaking down and assimilating the gas forming starches found in these types of foods.Gastro features the amylase enzyme Alpha-Galactosidase. This enzyme is essential to the digestion of sugars and starch found in legumes and other gas forming foods. Gastro also contains a full spectrum of amylase enzymes to address the variety of starches, glycogen and related polysaccharides found in grains, seeds, legumes, fruits and vegetables. To round out the formula protease and lipase are added for the proteins and fats found in food.The formula is ideal for those who consume a high carbohydrate or vegetarian diet.