Applesauce & Enzymes: Have You Laughed Today?

Enzymes are a part of Ollie's everyday life with CF. CF is a condition of mucus glands, affecting mainly the lungs and GI tract. In the GI tract, enzymes can't leave the pancreas therefore food is not absorbed. By taking enzymes before each meal her body is able to absorb food, helping her get the nutrition she needs as well as grow big and strong. Because she is just a baby, a creative way of getting Ollie to take enzymes is needed. We mix with applesauce. The ph in applesauce protects the tiny enzyme beads from stomach acid taking them on to the GI tract where they work their magic. Here is a video of little O eating her applesause and enzymes. She is so funny! Although our life routine is much different than the average family's, it's all we know and it's getting easier everyday! Enjoy!