What do you think?
Rate this book
Enzymes: The Fountain of Life
Enzymes are the essential biochemical units of all forms of life. These natural catalysts represent the labor force of all living organisms. they are involved in all our functions, from birth through advanced age.
330 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 1994
2 people are currently reading
53 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
December 19, 2023
The introduction to this book was unnecessarily long and just unnecessary in general. Once I got past that, I did enjoy some of this book, particularly learning about the treatment of various diseases. I understand that this book may have been trying to reach people without a scientific background, but the way each and every scientific word was explained was overkill. The overall organization was my least favorite part. Each section begins with a question, and it just didn't flow well, in my opinion.
January 8, 2024
REALLY riveting nonfiction book on enzymes; from what they are to their functions, types and their wide use in medicine. Felt a little preachy toward the second half of the book about how enzymes were the absolute cure-all for every ailment that I found very suspicious, but overall a good read.
Was able to finish it in a single sitting, so it was written in a very engaging manner.
Was able to finish it in a single sitting, so it was written in a very engaging manner.
January 30, 2023
Written by three doctors, I found some of the medical terminology and references a bit challenging and also a bit boring but the overall message and tone of the book is clear and understandable to medical professionals and laymen alike. Prior to reading this I had no clear understanding of what an enzyme was or how it functioned in the food I eat or in my body. Now I have an appreciation for the role enzymes play in our food and our nourishment.
The authors present a history of enzyme research as well as current thinking about the role enzymes play in our lives. It answers the question: How do enzymes work? There is a short history of the discovery and use of enzymes in medicine.
The authors present a history of enzyme research as well as current thinking about the role enzymes play in our lives. It answers the question: How do enzymes work? There is a short history of the discovery and use of enzymes in medicine.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews