Glutamic Acid HCL

What Is Glutamic Acid HCL?

Glutamic acid HCL is an amino acid used to synthesize proteins – a biological process occurring inside cells. Because the body can produce glutamic acid, it is classified as "non-essential," in sharp contrast to "essential" amino acids that the body cannot produce, so they must be supplied through diet. 

Glutamic acid also happens to be the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter in our nervous system. It functions as the precursor for gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) – the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. 

Glutamic acid HCL (hydrochloride) is the hydrochloride salt of glutamic acid. It has long been used as a gastric acidifier since it can release hydrochloric acid into the stomach, which naturally lowers our gastric pH. Moreover, studies have also shown that glutamic acid HCL supplementation effectively promotes healthy digestion by stimulating nutrient absorption and helps maintain a healthy gut lining. It also offers an exciting bonus advantage by optimizing the intestinal concentration of serotonin, which helps control appetite and sleep and promotes a sense of calmness and well-being.

Benefits of Glutamic Acid HCL

• Helps Balance Stomach pH
• Promotes Healthy Digestion
• Protects The GI Tract From Dangerous Bacteria and Parasites
• Relieves Bloating, Burning, Indigestion, Reflux, and Gas

Glutamic Acid HCL – Forms, Formats, and Potency

If you suffer from digestive issues, especially low stomach acid or high stomach pH, you may want to try glutamic acid HCL. Not to be confused with Glutamine or Glutaric acid, which are two other widely available supplements, Glutamic acid HCL is sold in capsule form (traditional gelatin or veggie caps), typically in 500mg potency. Generally, the recommended dose is 3 capsules daily, with meals.

Worth noting: these supplements are frequently offered in combination blends alongside a variety of other digestive aids.

Final Thoughts

When shopping for a quality digestive aid supplement, always look for products from reputable brands that do unbiased third-party testing, and offer a lot of "free from” such as preservatives, yeast, corn, wheat, gluten, sugar, salt, starch, milk, egg, artificial flavour or colour, or chemical additives. This is especially important for those with chronic digestive issues, allergies, or food sensitivities.