One vcap contains:
- 500mg
- Betaine Hydrochloride (HCl)
- 20:1 extract 60mg provides 1200mg peppermint leaf
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
natural peppermint flavour, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide,microcrystalline celluloseCapsule containing vegetable cellulose & purified water
natural peppermint flavour, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide,microcrystalline celluloseCapsule containing vegetable cellulose & purified water
Format
Veggie Caps
60vcaps
Dosage
Take 1-3 vcaps at the start of a meal.
Important Information
non-GMO & vegan.
Highlights
- Alleviates digestive distress related to low stomach acid
- Acts quickly and safely to reduce symptoms including reflux, gas and bloating
- Protects the gastrointestinal tract from harmful bacteria and parasites
- Reduces fatigue related to digestive disturbances
- Encourages the flow of pancreatic enzymes and bile
- Ensures the proper absorption of calcium, iron and vitamin B12
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Manufacturer Info
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Prairie Naturals Betaine HCl:
- Provides hydrochloric acid (HCl) derived from beets
- Alleviates digestive distress related to low stomach acid
- Helps people over the age of 50 who have diminished HCl production
- Acts quickly and safely to reduce symptoms including
reflux, gas and bloating - Protects the gastrointestinal tract from harmful bacteria and parasites
- Reduces fatigue related to digestive disturbances
- Supports the digestion of proteins and fats
- Quickly and safely increases the stomach acid we require for
basic digestion - Helps to initiate the conversion of pepsinogen to pepsin
- Encourages the flow of pancreatic enzymes and bile
- Ensures the proper absorption of calcium, iron and vitamin B12
Betaine HCL
Betaine hydrochloride contains approximately 23% hydrochloric acid, commonly known as stomach acid. It is naturally sourced from beets. Stomach acid initiates the digestive process by beginning the breakdown of food, especially protein. It is also an important protective mechanism against infection by killing any microbes that are contained in our food or water.
Low stomach acid impairs one's ability to digest food by limiting the release and functioning of other digestive enzymes.
Although it may seem contradictory, low stomach acid can also lead to gastric reflux (heartburn). Closure of the valve at the top of the stomach is stimulated by the hydrochloric acid that is released in response to food intake. In an individual with low stomach acid the valve does not close and allowing the remaining acid to push up into the esophagus and cause a burning sensation. Betaine hydrochloride is recommended for indigestion, low stomach acid and gastric reflux.
Betaine HCl can be purchased in capsules. It is found on its own or as a component of a digestive or multi-enzyme formula. It should be taken with meals and more may be necessary with large meals or those containing protein. To assess you need for HCl some practitioners recommend an HCl challenge test. The number of HCl capsules taken each day is increased by one until a slight burning sensation is felt in the stomach. The appropriate daily dosage is slightly lower than the amount that causes burning. This test should be done cautiously and under medical supervision if you have a gastrointestinal condition.
Do not take betaine HCl if you have active stomach ulcers. Betaine HCl counteracts H2 antagonists, proton pump inhibitors and antacids. High doses of betaine HCl can cause stomach irritation.
10 Not-So-Obvious Signs of Enzyme Deficiency
1. Skin rashes and irritations. Incomplete digestion can lead to food sensitivities that manifest
as skin problems.
2. Fatigue and drowsiness. When so much energy goes to trying to compensate for a lack
of digestive enzymes, is it any wonder that a body feels unbearably tired after eating?
3. Bad breath. Our mouths are just the beginning of a long digestive journey.
Adequate enzymes, every step of the way, help keep breath fresher.
4. Irritability. We all know how cranky babies get with colic. Adults with indigestion get just
as irritable.
5. Insomnia. Indigestion is noisy and painful. A happy, calm tummy is crucial for a good
night's sleep.
6. High cholesterol. All the way back in 1958, Stanford researchers realized that low enzymes
and high cholesterol were linked.
7. Weight gain. Fat utilization is improved with enzymes, leading to less of it
being stored in obvious places hips, belly, upper arms, thighs.
8. Food allergies. Without adequate protein-digesting enzymes, undigested food particles
leak through the intestinal wall, triggering food allergy symptoms.
9. Inflammation. Inflammation from injuries or arthritic conditions have been
shown to respond well to the anti-inflammatory effects of bromelain.
10. Sinusitis. An increased incidence of sinusitis might be related to chronic inflammation
in nasal mucous membranes.
10 Easy Ways to Improve Digestion
1. Take Prairie Naturals Digestive Enzymes at every meal
2. Breathe deeply and relax before beginning a meal
3. Be thankful for what you are about to eat
4. Eat an abundance of fibre-rich foods
5. Eat more raw fruits and vegetables
6. Drink more water (between meals)
7. Go for a walk after a meal
8. Chew better and longer
9. Sit down to eat
10. Eat less
Eat More Raw Foods for Better Digestion
Eating enzyme-rich, fresh raw fruits and vegetables is definitely the best recommendation for good digestion. Ironically though, improving your diet can cause some temporary indigestion. Remember, it takes time for your body to adjust, especially when drastically changing your diet to include the extra fibre consumed by eating more fresh fruits and vegetables. Fibre-rich foods can cause gas and bloating until your body adjusts. Fortunately, digestive enzymes especially Enzyme-Force with Fibrazyme can help with the transition. Bon apetite!
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