Our Approach—
The natural power of enzymes
At Zya, enzymes are more than just proteins—they are the key to unlocking nutritional potential.
These biological catalysts are essential to life, facilitating countless reactions within every cell of the human body and all living organisms.
They propel vital transformations, from producing glowing light in fireflies to digesting the food we eat.
From empowering muscle and brain function to enabling photosynthesis in nature, enzymes are at the heart of biology’s most impressive feats. The transformative powers of enzymes lie behind how we’re making food better for consumers and food brands. We use enzymes to improve the nutrition of the food we eat, at the point of digestion.
What are enzymes?
How do they work and what makes them so incredible?
Put simply, enzymes are proteins. But with real life superpowers.
They are the natural masters of catalysis, metamorphosis and essential to every cell, in all forms of life. They propel reactions and enable the absorption of critical nutrients.
For instance, enzymes...
are lightning-fast,
are found all over in nature,
and might also be the key to helping us live longer.
How do enzymes actually work?
As biological catalysts, enzymes are facilitators of reactions.
Meaning that just one enzyme, all by itself, can repeatedly enable the same reaction to happen over, and over again, millions of times (per second).
Enzymes are proteins with a unique, and special structure.
This structure provides the scaffolding to bring molecules together, in perfect alignment and orientation to react.
This enables biological processes to happen that would otherwise be impossible.
Enzymes are natural, powerful, and necessary.
Enzymes occur naturally and play vital roles in our bodies, from breaking down food during digestion to resetting synapses for movement and brain function. They’re also essential in nature, for example by helping plants turn CO₂ into food.
This got us thinking about how we can use more of the untapped potential of enzymes to make the food we eat better, and more nutritious in our bodies.
Enzymes and nutrition – Real-life applications:
Empowering food to be healthier without compromising taste
While enzymes have been used in food production for years—helping to craft bread, cheese, and more—Zya takes it a step further. We use enzymes not just to improve food before it’s consumed, but to change how it interacts with our bodies post-consumption.
Imagine enjoying a snack that tastes as delicious as ever but comes with enhanced nutrition
By applying enzyme technology, Zya ensures that better nutrition is built into every bite, fostering a shift from high sugar consumption to increased dietary fiber intake.
Our flagship enzyme, Convero, transforms 30% of sugar into fiber during digestion, offering a nutritional boost that aligns with modern dietary needs. This approach means that your favorite foods retain their flavor, but with the added bonus of increasing pre-biotic fiber and reducing sugar absorption.
Enzymes - The bigger picture:
Small actions, significant impact—Convero is just the beginning
In summary, enzymes are the unsung heroes of biology, driving everything from cell metabolism to environmental sustainability.
At Zya, we believe in the power of small, natural changes to create macro impacts on health and well-being. By leveraging enzymes, we aim to make nutritional transformation accessible and seamless, fitting into everyday lifestyles without compromising taste or enjoyment.
Our Mission