HCL + Betaine

HCL + Betaine – Targeted Digestive Support with Betaine HCl, Pepsin, L-Glutamic Acid, and Gentian Root for Healthy Gastric pH, Protein Digestion, and Nutrient Absorption

Optimal digestion begins in the stomach with sufficient hydrochloric acid (HCl) to create an acidic environment for breaking down proteins, activating pepsin, and facilitating nutrient release. Factors like aging, stress, certain medications, or dietary habits can reduce natural HCl production, leading to incomplete protein digestion, occasional bloating, reduced nutrient uptake, and imbalanced gastric flora. HCL + Betaine NG combines betaine HCl (a gentle HCl donor), pepsin (1:10,000 potency) for proteolytic action, L-glutamic acid as a supportive amino acid, and gentian root extract—an herbal bitter that promotes normal secretion of saliva and gastric juices.

This vegetarian capsule formula helps maintain healthy gastric pH, supports efficient breakdown of dietary proteins, enhances absorption of key macro- and micronutrients, and contributes to a balanced stomach environment—ideal for those experiencing occasional digestive sluggishness or seeking comprehensive support for everyday meal comfort and nutrient utilization.*

Key Benefits

Provides Hydrochloric Acid to Help Maintain Optimal Gastric pH Betaine HCl delivers a bioavailable source of HCl to support the stomach's natural acidity, promoting proper enzyme activation and creating an environment conducive to healthy digestion and microbial balance.*

Contains Factors to Promote Healthy Digestion, Especially of Dietary Protein Pepsin works synergistically with HCl to break down proteins into peptides, while L-glutamic acid provides additional digestive support—helping reduce occasional post-meal heaviness and improve overall protein utilization from meals.*

Supports Absorption of Certain Macro- and Micronutrients By fostering an acidic gastric milieu, this blend aids the release and uptake of minerals (like iron, calcium, and B vitamins) and other nutrients—contributing to better overall nutritional status and energy from food.*

Helps Maintain Normal Gastric Flora Healthy stomach acidity acts as a natural barrier to unwanted microbes while supporting beneficial gastric ecology—gentian root further encourages balanced secretions for sustained digestive harmony.*

Why This Comprehensive Blend?

Betaine HCl offers a stable, non-irritating way to supplement HCl, paired with pepsin for immediate proteolytic activity and gentian as a traditional bitter to stimulate natural digestive juices. Unlike standalone HCl products, this multi-factor formula provides layered support for protein-focused digestion in a clean, vegetarian capsule—backed by traditional use and mechanistic rationale for reliable, gentle daily aid.*

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Capsule Servings Per Container: 90

** Daily Value not established.

Other Ingredients Capsule (hypromellose and water), vegetable stearic acid, silica, vegetable magnesium stearate, and medium-chain triglyceride oil.

Does Not Contain Gluten, dairy, soy, artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives. Vegetarian formula. Made in a GMP-compliant facility.

Suggested Use Take one capsule with meals, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Cautions Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use. Individuals taking medication should discuss potential interactions with their healthcare practitioner. If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your physician before taking this product. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if tamper seal is damaged.

Optimize digestion from the first bite. HCL + Betaine NG – because balanced gastric acidity unlocks better nutrient absorption and everyday comfort.

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.