We have been stressing the fact that eating nutrient-dense and healthy food in the right amount leads to  weight loss and not crash dieting where the lack of nutrition will actually stall the whole process. Our body needs vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, protein, etc. to function (for fat burning as well), and we get all of them through the food we eat. This food needs to be broken down into simple compounds before they can be absorbed by body cells and utilize them. The digestive system – starting from the mouth to the gut aids in breaking down and absorption of food and nutrients. In fact, it’s from the gut that nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream. To run this whole process smoothly, digestive enzymes are absolutely necessary – from breaking down of food to extraction and absorption of nutrients. Digestive enzymes work hard to extract vitamins, protein, fat, and carbs from your food and add them to your bloodstream so that your body can use them up for energy, repair, and nourish. Digestive enzymes are produced in the pancreas and also the small intestine, and are essential for the sustenance of healthy gut microbiome. And as we all know, a healthy gut means better mental and physical health, and better chances of weight loss. And when we eat food rich in digestive enzymes – less chances of bloating, gas, and digestive issues as well. We have explained this process in detail here – “How Fermented Indian Food Can Help with Weig...