Betaine HCL, 425mg, 100 capsules
Betaine hydrochloride (Betaine HCL) is an acidic form of Betaine, a vitamin-like substance found in grains and other foods. Betaine HCL is recommended as a supplemental source of hydrochloric acid for people who have a deficiency of stomach acid production, a condition called hypochlorhydria.The acidic environment in the stomach helps to break down dietary fats and protein for better assimilation of the smaller nutritional components in the body-proteins into peptides and animo acids, fats into fatty acids.Product Benefits:Hydrochloric acid (HCL) helps in the digestion of fats and proteins. As we get older, the stomach's ability to secrete HCL weakens. Lowered acidity in the stomach is a leading cause of digestive complaints and can lead to chronic inflammation if left untreated. Insufficient acidity leaves undigested food particles to rot, disallowing vital nutrients to be absorbed. It also creates an environment more prone to support the proliferation of potentially harmful microorganisms. Symptoms of low stomach acidity may include gas, bloating, food allergies, constipation, anemia, and nausea.*The digestive enzyme pepsin is activated in an acidic environment. Because pepsin and HCL work together to break down your food, healthcare professionals recommend taking pepsin at the same time you take your HCL supplements.**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.