DAO from Naturitas Essentials, food for special medical uses. It includes the enzyme Diamine Oxidase (DAO), which collaborates in the dietary management of DAO deficiency. This product is indicated to help improve digestive and dermatological symptoms (such as atopic skin and dry skin), as well as to reduce generalized muscle discomfort. Gluten-free, lactose-free, sugar-free. What is DAO shortfall? DAO deficiency is defined as an alteration in the metabolism of dietary histamine that appears when there is little diamine oxidase (DAO) activity. Histamine is a vital molecule that is present in all foods in the daily diet and is the mediator of many biological processes. If the DAO enzyme is reduced, ingested histamine cannot be broken down and passes through the intestinal mucosa into the circulation causing symptoms to appear. How does Naturitas Essentials DAO work? DAO provides the exogenous DAO intake necessary to restore histamine metabolism and help prevent symptoms. DAO is suitable for people with diabetes, celiac disease and/or food intolerance. In addition, it has no side effects and is recommended for long-term diets and chronic conditions related to DAO deficiency. The tablets have a gastro-resistant coating, so the DAO enzyme is not released in the stomach, but is released in a delayed manner in the small intestine, where it will perform its function. Take one tablet with a little water 20 minutes before main meals (3 times a day). *Must be swallowed whole, without chewing or splitting or breaking. Important notice: Use the product under medical supervision. It should not be consumed as the only food source. Keep out of the reach of children. For the dietary management of DAO deficiency, it is advisable to reduce the intake of some foods due to their high content of histamine or other biogenic amines that saturate the DAO enzyme (especially dairy products and citrus fruits) and avoid the consumption of alcoholic beverages due to the inhibitory effect of alcohol. in the activity of the DAO enzyme, which prevents the degradation of histamine. Store in a cool place.