Meet Elina, a health entrepreneur whose journey into enzyme therapy began long before it became mainstream. Raised in a family with decades of experience in health supplements, she witnessed first-hand how natural approaches could support recovery and restore vitality, shaping her belief that people can take back ownership of their health.
Today, Elina is not only committed to developing high-quality products, but also to professionalising the industry through education and training. With academic grounding in psychology, management, nutrition, and biotechnology management, she bridges science and real-life practice to help more people understand their bodies, strengthen their foundations, and live healthier, more connected lives.
How did you first come across enzyme therapy?
It began because my family has been in the health supplement business for several decades, so I grew up understanding the importance of supplements for the human body. Enzyme therapy became real for me during my secondary school years, when a family health situation allowed me to witness, first-hand, how this approach helped someone move from a critical condition back towards health, step by step.
I started trying the therapy myself in postgraduate school, about 16 or 17 years ago. At the time, my health improved significantly: I was more than 10 kilograms overweight, my nasal allergies were severe, and my liver readings were too high. All three issues improved greatly, and you could even say they were close to being resolved, though weight still requires ongoing diet management.
I studied psychology, and my first postgraduate degree was in management. Later, I realised that while enzymes are classed as supplements, they are closely tied to nutrition, so I studied nutrition as well.
At the same time, I studied biotechnology which helped me understand how missing nutrients can be delivered through a product in a way the body can truly absorb, and I completed that programme during the pandemic.
Zyme 11 centres on improving the body’s 11 major systems. Could you briefly explain how enzymes play a key role in overall health?
The 11 major systems include the digestive, respiratory, immune systems, and others. Cells form tissues, tissues form organs, and organs form systems, and together these 11 systems make up the whole person.
When we talk about illness, we often describe it at the organ level, such as “my stomach isn’t well”. But if both the stomach and intestines are affected, we refer to the digestive system. From an external perspective, many conditions can be grouped within these 11 systems.
True health, however, begins at the root: the cell. Only when cells are healthy can organs, systems, and the whole person be healthy. Among the 11 systems, the digestive system is the most important. Only when digestion functions well can food be broken down, transformed, and absorbed.
When nutrients are absorbed, organs function normally and cells can regenerate, while toxins and waste are metabolised and removed. Many people think enzymes are only for bowel movements, but that is just the most basic role.
In theory and clinical practice, enzymes have six key functions: breaking down, transforming, detoxifying, fighting bacteria, activating cells, and supporting renewal. Because nutrients cannot enter without proper digestion, the digestive system plays the most critical role, and enzyme activity directly affects both digestion and overall cellular health.
I wanted to understand why I was unhealthy and how to sustain my health once it improved. When I realised how much this mattered to me, I also wanted others to take ownership of their health and care for their bodies.
Your company not only develops products but is also deeply committed to education. What motivates you to prioritise education rather than simply selling products?
To explain this, I have to return to why I wanted to establish Zyme 11 and why I chose to study nutrition. Studying nutrition was unexpected for me, as I was not initially interested in the field.
What I cared deeply about, however, was my own health. I wanted to understand why I was unhealthy and how to sustain my health once it improved. When I realised how much this mattered to me, I also wanted others to take ownership of their health and care for their bodies. That is the core reason I promote enzyme therapy.
We began more than a decade ago, and the first few years were extremely challenging. After COVID, however, people became more aware of the importance of immunity and personal responsibility, which made this message easier to accept. I want people to understand their current health condition and ask whether medication is their only option, or if non-drug approaches can help restore balance.
Although I sell products, my priority is education. I want customers to know whether they need a product, how to use it, and why they are taking it. When people understand this, their confidence and results improve. My aim is not for people to buy blindly, but to gain the knowledge to help themselves and their families through informed, professional understanding.
What were the biggest challenges you faced while building the business, and how did you overcome them?
Each difficulty was painful at the time, yet became a lesson that built confidence. The greater challenge was not market expansion, but choosing the right partners. I work through TCM clinics, organic stores, and health businesses rather than selling directly.
It was discouraging when some partners prioritised profit over genuine value for customers. That misalignment in values made partner selection critical. I am firm that the brand must be professional, warm, effective, and never coercive. B
Beyond that, the biggest ongoing challenge is work–family balance. My family is in Taiwan while my business is in Singapore, which means frequent travel and less time with my child. Even so, I persist because I want to help more people and offer mid-priced, top-quality products to those who may not afford expensive treatments.
How do you explain the science and effectiveness of enzymes to the public?
True understanding requires science and clinical data. In recent years, I have slowed expansion to focus on education. We now work with 20–30 core outlets in Singapore and run free 90-minute talks at almost every location, without selling products.
I also speak at community organisations. Education creates real change. We provide full testing reports and live demonstrations so people can see the difference directly.
When was the last time you truly felt inner peace?
When travelling with my family, and when I see customers’ health reports improve. Family connection matters deeply to me, and I prioritise time with my son whenever possible. I travel to Singapore 14–16 times a year and treat every customer like family. Seeing them regain health gives me a strong sense of calm and purpose.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Do not hesitate. If you want to do something, go for it wholeheartedly. Life has endless possibilities.
What’s your vision for Singapore in the next five years?
I hope Singapore continues to be our launchpad into Asia. We are already present in Malaysia and Vietnam, and I aim to expand further, with Singapore as the starting point.
Connect with Elina: Zyme11.
Elina is a member of Rainmaker, a revolutionary movement that rallies like-minded people together based on the values of Love, Authenticity, Respect, Kindness and Youthfulness (LARKY).
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