Betaine & Pepsin

As we age, hydrochloric acid production in the stomach frequently declines and this can give rise to gut symptoms including bloating and feeling excessively full for long periods after eating. Hydrochloric acid has a number of important functions within the stomach - it assists with the digestion of food; creates an acidic environment in the stomach necessary for the protein-digesting enzyme pepsin to work and for the absorption of some minerals e.g. iron, calcium and zinc. It also kills undesirable bacteria in the food. Pepsin is a protein digesting enzyme produced in the stomach, where protein digestion begins. It works best at a low pH (i.e. an acidic environment).

Nutritional Information

1 capsule will provide on average, Betaine HCI 345mg, Pepsin NF 10mg.

Ingredients

Betaine hydrochloride, capsule shell (gelatine), microcrystalline cellulose, pepsin.

How to Use

1-2 capsules with main meals, or take as directed by a practitioner. Do not take if you have a peptic ulcer. Do not break capsule before swallowing as content will damage tooth enamel.