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Betaine hydrochloride is also known as hydrochloric acid (HCL) or stomach acid. It helps digest food by breaking up fats and proteins. The low pH of the stomach's hydrochloric acid also destroys ingested bacteria and other microorganisms. Adequate levels of HCL are necessary for adequate absorption of protein, calcium, vitamin B12 and iron.
This Betaine Complex also contains Pepsin, which is the first in a series of enzymes that digest proteins.
Numerous studies have shown stomach acid secretion declines with advancing age. Such decline may increase the risk of malabsorption & certain clinical conditions such as osteoporosis, asthma, eczema, chronic hives, psoriasis, arthritis, thyroid disorder, vitiligo, chronic candida, GI infections& parasites.
Common symptoms of decreased stomach acidity, indicating the need for more include:
- Bloating, belching, burning, & flatulence immediately after meals.
- Indigestion, diarrhea, or constipation.
- A sense of fullness long after eating.
- Multiple food sensitivities.
- Nausea after taking supplements.
- Rectal itching.
- Iron & calcium deficiencies.
- Acne.
- Dilated blood vessels on the cheeks & nose.
- Chronic candida, or intestinal parasites.
- Undigested food in the stools.
NOTE:
- HCL is not recommended for those with stomach or duodenal ulcers.
- If you suspect that you have an ulcer do not take this product without consulting a physician.
- Not everyone with stomach problems lacks acid.
- If the product burns when you take it stop.
- Those taking drugs such as NSAID's (Motrin™, Naprosyn™, Indocin™, etc.) or cortisone-like drugs (prednisone, dexamethasone, etc.) that cause ulcers should not take this product without consulting a doctor.
Instructions: Take 1 capsule before each meal as a dietary supplement.
CAUTION: This product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.
