Correction of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency by plant-derived enzymes (Literature review)

Abstract

Purpose: to review and analyze scientific research data on the possibilities and effectiveness of food-derived plant enzymes, the extracts of which can potentially meet the need for temporary supplementation of the exocrine function of the pancreas instead of animal-derived enzymes. Object and research methods: an analytical review of scientific literature from 2011 to 2023, dedicated to the study and analysis of the activity of plant enzymes derived from papaya, pineapple, kiwi, ginger, and banana, and their overall effectiveness. Information was sought through internet resources such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Web of Science, and Scopus. Scientific literature data on the most well-known plant enzymes (papain, bromelain, actinidin, zingibain, α-amylase of banana) were studied and analyzed. Information regarding the enzymatic characteristics, activity, effectiveness, and advantages of these enzymes was summarized, and potential areas of their application were identified.