Naturally sourced from beetroot500 mg of betaine HCl per capsule allows for flexible dose titrationSuitable for vegetarians and vegansBetaine hydrochloride increases hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach to improve digestion, while fenugreek helps soothe and protect the stomach lining. Low stomach acidity is more common with age and can be associated with several health problems. The combination of betaine HCl and fenugreek may help stimulate digestion and soothe the digestive tract.HCl aids in protein digestion by activating pepsinogen to pepsin, helping to inactivate orally ingested pathogens, preventing bacterial or fungal overgrowth in the small intestine, encouraging the flow of bile and pancreatic enzymes, and facilitating the absorption of several nutrients, including vitamin B12, ascorbic acid, calcium, iron, and magnesium. However, maldigestion can occur in the absence of adequate HCl, leading to bloating, belching, indigestion, diarrhea, or constipation. Numerous studies have shown that acid secretion declines with age, and impaired HCl production and secretion are associated with a variety of clinical conditions. Although the underlying etiological factors leading to impaired or absent HCl secretion are not well understood, long-term supplementation is generally safe and may be effective in certain patient populations and clinical conditions. Combining betaine hydrochloride with fenugreek further supports digestive function and health, as fenugreek seeds are an excellent source of mucilage, which may help relieve gastrointestinal inflammation by coating the stomach and intestinal walls.
Adults: 3 capsules daily with 250 ml of water or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 12 weeks.
Medicinal Ingredients: Betaine Hydrochloride 500 mg, Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) (seed) 100 mg
Non-medicinal Ingredients: Vegetable Capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), vegetable-grade magnesium stearate (lubricant), silica.
