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Individuals suffering with stomach and intestinal problems most frequently assume that heartburn, indigestion, gas, and reflux are caused by overproduction of stomach acid. This common misconception has been strongly re-enforced by our conventional medical profession, whose practitioners routinely prescribe stomach acid blocking medications at the slightest sign of stomach dysfunction, failing to properly diagnose the digestive problem by first monitoring the stomach’s acid producing function, using scientific methods and neglecting to provide patients with common sense dietary recommendations.

Strangely enough, the symptoms of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid, HCL) over production and under production are virtually identical. It is therefore unwise to jump to conclusions regarding what’s occurring in the stomach without actual testing.

Hcl Betaine is a nutraceutical and an acidic form of betaine (a nutrient found in foods like grains). It is a good source of stomach acid for those people who do not produce enough gastric acid. This may be beneficial to people who have been diagnosed with hypochlorhydria (inadequate stomach acid) to aid the gastrointestinal system.

HCl, or hydrochloric acid, plays a major part in the stomach’s digestive process. As an acid, it helps establish the proper pH for digestion. Important digestive enzymes can only be activated by HCl and it helps to kill harmful micro organisms on food. But, as an acid, HCl’s corrosive nature makes it unsuitable for use in capsules or tablets. Betaine HCl is a stabilized form of hydrochloric acid (HCl) that can be used in supplement form.

As we age, production of all digestive enzymes and HCl decrease at rates that varies from person to person. This can lead to sluggish or poor digestion. Some people find that a Betaine HCl supplement taken at the beginning of a meal helps them feel comfortable and settled after the meal. Betaine HCl is frequently prescribed by naturopaths and nutrition oriented doctors for a range of digestive and metabolic disorders.

Lower than normal levels of gastric acid secretion in the digestive track increases the likelihood and severity of certain bacterial and parasitic infections in the intestinal track. Most people have enough gastric acid to destroy bacteria. Those that do not have enough hydrochloric acid in their digestive track can suffer from bacterial colonization of the stomach. Betaine HCL is also necessary for adequate absorption of protein, calcium, vitamin B12 and iron. It is also known as hydrochloric acid and stomach acid.

Betain Hcl is available in capsule and tablet forms for easy consumption. Look to your local or internet health food store for name brands such as Solaray, Source Naturals, and Natures Plus to ensure quality and purity of the product you purchase.

*Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Betaine Hcl supplement is not intended to diagnose, treat and cure or prevent disease. Always consult with your professional health care provider before changing any medication or adding Vitamins to medications.