{"title":"Cellulase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003carticle\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten by the Plenthera team (orthomolecularly trained). Scientifically reviewed in April 2026. Last updated: April 30, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellulase is a remarkable enzyme — humans do NOT produce it themselves. The cellulose in plant fibers (vegetables, legumes, grains) is only broken down by gut flora, and for some people, this causes bloating and gas. Cellulase supplementation provides an additional fiber-breakdown pathway. Especially relevant for vegans and people experiencing discomfort after fiber-rich meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cnav aria-label=\"Table of Contents\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#vergelijking\"\u003eWhich cellulase is right for you?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#wat-is-cellulase\"\u003eWhat is cellulase?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#wetenschap\"\u003eScience and EFSA status\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#vormen\"\u003eThe cellulase forms at Plenthera\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#hoe-gebruik\"\u003eHow to use cellulase?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#mythes\"\u003eMyths and misconceptions about cellulase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#combineren\"\u003eCombining cellulase with other supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#bronnen\"\u003eSources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"vergelijking\"\u003eWhich cellulase is right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecific fiber digestion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn enzyme complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant-focused broad-spectrum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"wat-is-cellulase\"\u003eWhat is cellulase?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellulase is an enzyme that breaks down cellulose (plant fiber) into simple sugars. Notably, humans do NOT produce cellulase themselves — fiber breakdown comes exclusively from gut flora fermentation. Cellulase supplements are microbial.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike amylase, protease, and lipase, which the body produces itself, cellulase is entirely dependent on gut flora in humans. Those who eat a lot of plant fiber (vegans, vegetarians, legume enthusiasts) rely heavily on their own flora to break down cellulose. In cases of flora imbalance or heavy fiber load, this can cause bloating and gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellulase supplementation provides an additional cellulose breakdown pathway — not via gut flora but directly enzymatically. For those who regularly experience bloating after fiber-rich meals or a plant-based diet, this can make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"wetenschap\"\u003eScience and EFSA status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEFSA has not recognized a specific cellulase claim. Its function (cellulose breakdown) is scientifically documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"vormen\"\u003eThe cellulase forms at Plenthera\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLoose Cellulase (capsules)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor specific fiber digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCellulase in enzyme complex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of a plant-focused enzyme formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"hoe-gebruik\"\u003eHow to use cellulase?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple basic approach for cellulase:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith fiber-rich\/plant-based meals — 1-2 capsules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifically with beans or heavy vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with other enzymes for a complete plant-based diet package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mythes\"\u003eMyths and misconceptions about cellulase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 1: \"Everyone needs cellulase.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot automatically. For those who have no complaints with fiber-rich foods: not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 2: \"Cellulase works on all fibers.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifically on cellulose. Other fibers (pectin, beta-glucans) require other enzymes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth 3: \"Cellulase eliminates bloating.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps with cellulose-related complaints. For other causes (FODMAPs, lactose, gluten), it is not effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"combineren\"\u003eCombining cellulase with other supplements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCellulase is often combined. Popular combinations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigestive enzyme complex with cellulase: broad plant-based coverage. View our digestive enzymes category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProbiotics: for flora support. View our probiotics category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePsyllium husk: for those approaching the fiber topic more broadly. View our psyllium husk category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegan protein: for a plant-based sports cluster. View our vegan protein category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is cellulase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnzyme that breaks down plant fiber\/cellulose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the body produce cellulase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNO — only gut flora does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to take cellulase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fiber-rich\/plant-based meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellulase for vegans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLogical — a plant-based diet means a lot of cellulose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much cellulase per day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes cellulase help with bloating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, for cellulose-related complaints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant-based cellulase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrobial — vegan-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes cellulase have side effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally well tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellulase for beans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeans also contain other carbohydrates (oligosaccharides) — cellulase alone does not solve everything. Beano and complex are often more effective for beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellulase for IBS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan help with IBS with fiber-related complaints. Consult a doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"bronnen\"\u003eSources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEFSA Regulation (EU) 432\/2012 — no overarching enzyme claims; individual claims limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoxas M., \"The role of enzyme supplementation in digestive disorders\", Altern Med Rev (2008).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEFSA — Scientific Opinions on enzyme claims (mostly rejected or not evaluated).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This text is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Cellulase is a dietary supplement, not a medicine. In case of doubt or if you are taking medication, we recommend consulting a doctor or orthomolecular therapist first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!--en--\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arthur-andrew-syntol-amd-360-caps","title":"Syntol AMD® - 360 capsules","description":"\u003cp\u003eSyntol AMD® is a combination of bacterial strains (probiotics), prebiotic fibers, and enzymes in Acid Armor capsules. The formula contains 13.6 billion CFU per daily dose and is free from gluten, soy, and dairy. 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