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5 Reasons Everyone Over 40 Should Be Taking Proteolytic Enzymes

The enzyme combination your cardiovascular system has been waiting for, and why Nattokinase alone is only half the story.

36.6%

Arterial plaque reduction ​in ~6 months

3×

More effective than leading statins

20+

Years in Dr. Cabral's clinical protocol

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If You're Over 40, This Applies To You

By your 40s, decades of inflammation, oxidized fats, microplastics, and chronic stress have quietly left their mark on your arteries. Fibrin — a sticky, web-like protein — starts accumulating in your blood. Plaque builds along arterial walls. Circulation slows. Energy drops. And most people have no idea it's happening.​

You may have heard about nattokinase going viral. But what the social media posts don't tell you is that it works best when paired with serrapeptase — the two enzymes addressing both the plaque and the inflammation that created it. That's exactly what EquiLife's Proteolytic Enzymes formula is designed to do.
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​Below are the 5 reasons I believe everyone over 40 should be taking this powerful supplement.

01

Heart Health

Your Arteries Are Quietly Accumulating Plaque — Starting Now

Plaque & Arterial Health

Arterial plaque doesn't happen overnight. It's a slow, silent buildup over decades — and by your late 30s or 40s, most people already have measurable plaque forming in their arterial walls without a single symptom to show for it.

The process starts with inflammation. Seed oils, processed foods, microplastics, and chronic stress damage the inner lining of your arteries (the endothelial tissue). Your body sends cholesterol to patch those damaged sites — and over time, that patch hardens into plaque. Cholesterol isn't the villain; the inflammation beneath it is.

​Published research shows nattokinase — one of the two core enzymes in this formula — can reduce arterial plaque by 36.6% in just over six months. For comparison, the best-performing statins achieve around 11.5%. That's roughly 300% more effective, from a natural enzyme derived from fermented soy.

"We know that nattokinase reduces arterial plaque — literally atherosclerosis — by about 36.6% in just over six months. Statins, only about 11.5%. 300% better from a natural enzyme." — Dr. Stephen Cabral

02

Circulation & Blood Health

Fibrin Is Building Up in Your Blood and Slowing Everything Down

Fibrin & Blood Viscosity

Under a microscope, fibrin looks like fine hairs floating through your bloodstream. This protein — a byproduct of the clotting process — is supposed to be temporary. But chronic inflammation, toxin exposure, and aging cause fibrin to accumulate faster than your body can clear it.

The result? Sluggish blood flow. Thicker blood. Elevated blood pressure. A greater risk of clots. And a subtle but persistent drag on energy, mental clarity, cognitive function, and recovery.

Nattokinase directly dissolves fibrin. It's measured in fibrin units (FUs), and the clinical dosage — 10,000 FUs — is exactly what's in this formula. Dr. Cabral used live blood microscopy with his Boston-area clients and could visually confirm meaningful fibrin reduction within 6 to 8 weeks of supplementation.

Better blood viscosity also means better delivery of oxygen and nutrients to every organ, tissue, and cell — which shows up as improved energy, sharper focus, faster recovery, and healthier-looking skin.

03

Inflammation

Nattokinase Alone Only Solves Half the Problem

The Root Cause: Inflammation

Here's the part most viral posts leave out: fibrin and plaque are symptoms — not causes. The underlying driver is chronic inflammation, and if you only address the fibrin without taming the inflammation that produced it, you're fighting an ongoing battle with one hand tied behind your back.

That's where serrapeptase comes in. Derived from enzymes originally found in silkworms, serrapeptase acts as what Dr. Cabral calls "the inflammation cleaner." It breaks down dead and necrotic tissue, helps clear abnormal masses, and powerfully modulates systemic inflammation — in joints, sinuses, the arterial wall, and beyond.

Serrapeptase has been studied extensively for post-surgical recovery, autoimmune conditions, joint health, and sinus support. The clinical minimum is 15,000 SPUs (serrapeptase units), delivered in this formula.

Using only nattokinase is like mopping a wet floor without turning off the tap. Serrapeptase addresses the source — inflammation — so nattokinase can do its job clearing the result.

04

Whole-Body Benefits

The Benefits Go Far Beyond Cardiovascular Health (Sinuses, Joint Pain, Inflammation)

Joints · Sinuses · Immune · Recovery

This formula earns the name "proteolytic" for a reason. The added protease enzymes in this upgraded formula aren't specific to the cardiovascular system. Taken on an empty stomach, they circulate systemically and break down abnormal proteins wherever they find them: in the blood, around inflamed joints, in the sinuses, and even proteins that have leaked through a compromised gut lining into circulation.

Joint comfort: Serrapeptase has decades of clinical research behind its use in reducing joint swelling and inflammation — making this formula especially popular among those with arthritis, autoimmune, or injury-related joint issues.

Sinus health: Both nattokinase and serrapeptase help break down excess mucus and reduce sinus inflammation — many users report noticeable improvements in sinus congestion and seasonal discomfort.

Autoimmune and chronic conditions: Reducing systemic inflammatory burden is a cornerstone approach for virtually every chronic condition. Proteolytic enzymes have been foundational in Dr. Cabral's clinical work for over two decades.

The rutin in this formula adds yet another layer — a bioflavonoid antioxidant that reinforces capillary walls, scavenges free radicals, and supports overall vascular integrity from a complementary angle.

05

Longevity & Prevention

This Is The Ultimate Longevity Supplement — and the Earlier You Start, the Better

6–12 Month Protocol

Arterial health is one of the strongest predictors of healthspan — not just how long you live, but how well you live. The research on nattokinase and serrapeptase shows meaningful, measurable shifts in some of the most critical biomarkers of aging: plaque burden, blood viscosity, LDL and oxidized cholesterol, and inflammatory markers.

Dr. Cabral recommends treating this as a minimum 6-to-12-month commitment. At the 6-month mark, you can recheck your arterial health markers and see the improvements reflected in your labs. Most people notice meaningful shifts in how they feel — energy, circulation, joint comfort, mental clarity — well before that.

Whether you're 35 and proactively building a foundation, or 55 and working to reverse decades of arterial accumulation, this is one of the highest-leverage additions you can make to your daily protocol.

At 35–40, you're preventing. At 50+, you're reversing. Either way, proteolytic enzymes are doing exactly what your body needs them to do — and the earlier you start, the more dramatic the results.

Clinical Formula Breakdown

What's Inside Every Capsule

Clinically dosed. No fillers. Every ingredient earns its place.

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Nattokinase

The Blood Cleaner

10,000 Fibrin Units (FU)

Dissolves fibrin, reduces arterial plaque, supports healthy blood pressure and lipid levels. Extracted from fermented soy — no soy residue remains in the final enzyme.

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Serrapeptase

The Inflammation Cleaner

15,000+ Serrapeptase Units (SPU)

Breaks down dead tissue and modulates systemic inflammation. Essential for joints, sinuses, autoimmune support, and addressing the root cause of arterial plaque.

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Protease Blend

The System Cleaner

Broad-spectrum proteolytic enzymes

Protein-dissolving enzymes that circulate systemically when taken on an empty stomach, clearing abnormal proteins from blood and tissues throughout the body.

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Rutin

The Capillary Protector

Bioflavonoid antioxidant

Strengthens capillary walls, scavenges free radicals, and supports overall vascular integrity — a powerful complement to the fibrinolytic enzyme blend.

Protocol guidelines

How To Use It For Best Results

Take 2 capsules on an empty stomach upon waking — before food or coffee — so the enzymes enter circulation rather than being used for digestion. Commit to a minimum of 6 to 12 months for meaningful arterial changes, with labs at the 6-month mark to confirm progress. Consult your doctor if you're on blood thinners.

10,000 FU Nattokinase 15,000+ SPU Serrapeptase Take 2 capsules upon waking Empty stomach — before food 6–12 months recommended

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Meet the Formulator

Dr. Stephen Cabral, BCDN

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Meet the Formulator

Dr. Stephen Cabral

Dr. Stephen Cabral is a Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and the founder of EquiLife. His passion for natural health was born from personal experience — after suffering a severe health crisis at age 17, seeing over 50 doctors and trying over 100 treatment protocols, he finally found his answers through integrative and functional medicine.

That journey became a calling. Over the past two decades, Dr. Cabral has conducted more than 250,000 client appointments, built one of the top-rated alternative health podcasts in the world (The Cabral Concept — over 60 million downloads), and authored an international bestselling book.

Proteolytic enzymes — specifically the combination of nattokinase, serrapeptase, proteases, and rutin — have been a cornerstone of his clinical protocol for over 20 years. It's what he has personally used with thousands of clients to support cardiovascular health, reduce systemic inflammation, and improve whole-body circulation.

  • Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy
  • 250,000+ client consultations over 25+ years
  • #1 International Bestselling Author — The Rain Barrel Effect™
  • #1 International Bestselling Author — Personomics™
  • Host of The Cabral Concept — 100M+ downloads, Top 20 Alternative Health Podcast
  • Founder of EquiLife & the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute

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I'm taking Foundational Level 3 supplements, Cell Boost, and Advanced Cell Force already and these have helped rebalance my body. Honestly, I can't tell much of a difference yet (I just started taking them about 1 month ago) but just knowing what the ingredients are and what they do and who formulated them is all I need in order to use them!!!

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I have been taking these enzymes which help with circulation and vascular health and all the body's organs. Since I am also taking Brain Support, which contains ginkgo which also affects circulation, so I am exercising caution to limit my intake.

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​This is the first time I purchased a proteolytic enzyme supplement and I have to say it really works for me. It really helps with exercise recovery, I can do a hard workout and with this supplement I won't be sore the next day. I also purchased this to help with some cysts but I haven't been taking this that long to notice but I'm sure it will help if taken long enough.

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"Healthy Circulation"

​I recently started taking Proteolytic Enzymes to optimize my circulation and cardiovascular health. I'm looking forward to the benefits it provides to my whole body.

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"I noticed a reduce in my inflammation"

So after about a week of taking my proteolytic enzymes, I noticed the inflammation in my shoulders started to diminish. This is from just sitting at a desk for hours a day. But nothing else changed except for taking this supplement. Huge thumbs up!

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I’ve tried several different brands of proteolytic enzymes and I was so excited when this one came out and it does not disappoint!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you start.

What exactly are proteolytic enzymes and how do they work?

Proteolytic enzymes are proteins that break down other proteins — "proteolytic" literally means "protein-dissolving." When taken on an empty stomach (away from food), they don't get used for digestion and instead enter the bloodstream, where they break down fibrin, dead tissue, and inflammatory proteins throughout the body. Nattokinase and serrapeptase are two of the most well-researched proteolytic enzymes, with specific documented benefits for cardiovascular health and systemic inflammation.

​Why do I need both nattokinase AND serrapeptase? Can't I just take nattokinase?

You could take nattokinase alone, but you'd only be addressing the symptom — not the cause. Nattokinase dissolves fibrin and reduces plaque, but fibrin and plaque form in the first place because of inflammation. Serrapeptase targets that underlying inflammation — the damage to arterial walls, the dead tissue, the systemic inflammatory load. Using them together is like cleaning a wound AND treating the infection. In Dr. Cabral's 20+ years of clinical practice, he has always used both together for this reason.

Is this safe if I'm on blood pressure or cholesterol medication?

Both nattokinase and serrapeptase can have mild blood-thinning effects. If you're currently taking anticoagulants, blood thinners (like warfarin or aspirin), or any cardiovascular medication, you should consult with your doctor before starting this formula. This is not because the enzymes are dangerous — it's because they work, and combining them with blood-thinning medication without medical supervision could cause additive effects. For healthy individuals not on these medications, the formula is well-tolerated.

When and how should I take Proteolytic Enzymes?

Take 2 capsules first thing in the morning on an empty stomach — before food, coffee, or other supplements. This is critical: if taken with food, the enzymes will be used to digest your meal rather than circulating systemically. Wait at least 30 minutes before eating. Dr. Cabral recommends taking them upon waking as a consistent daily habit, as a component of your morning routine.

How long before I notice results? When should I expect to see changes?

Results vary depending on your starting point and health goals. Many people notice improvements in energy, sinus congestion, and joint comfort within 3–6 weeks. For cardiovascular benefits — measurable changes in blood viscosity, lipid markers, and arterial plaque — Dr. Cabral recommends a minimum commitment of 6 to 12 months, with labs at the 6-month mark. Arterial health is a long game. The research showing 36.6% plaque reduction was measured over approximately 6 months.

Does nattokinase come from soy? Is it safe for people avoiding soy?

Nattokinase is extracted from fermented soy (natto), but the enzyme itself contains no soy protein. The extraction process removes all soy residue, leaving only the pure enzyme. Most people with soy sensitivities tolerate nattokinase without issue, as it's the soy proteins (not the enzyme) that typically trigger reactions. That said, if you have a severe soy allergy, consult with your doctor as a precaution.

How is this formula different from other nattokinase products on the market?

Most nattokinase products on the market are single-ingredient — they contain only nattokinase and miss the critical inflammation piece. EquiLife's Proteolytic Enzymes formula combines the clinical dose of nattokinase (10,000 FU) with the clinical dose of serrapeptase (15,000+ SPU), a broad-spectrum protease blend for systemic protein clearing, and rutin for capillary support. This is the complete, multi-mechanism formula that Dr. Cabral has used with his clients for over 20 years — not a single-ingredient supplement designed around a trending ingredient.

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Yes. EquiLife stands behind every product with a 60-day money-back guarantee. If you don't believe what you've received is the best you've ever used, you can return the product within 60 days — even empty bottles — for a full refund (excluding shipping). EquiLife also offers a subscribe-and-save option (15% discount) and HSA/FSA eligibility, making this an accessible long-term protocol.

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Statistical claims referenced reflect published peer-reviewed research on the individual ingredients (nattokinase, serrapeptase). Individual results may vary. Always consult your physician before beginning any new supplement regimen, particularly if you are taking anticoagulants, blood thinners, or other cardiovascular medications.