Betaine HCl 100 Capsules by SFI Health – Stomach Acidity and Digestive Support
Betaine HCl capsules by SFI Health provide supplemental hydrochloric acid for adult digestive support. This 100-capsule product supplies 648 mg of betaine hydrochloride per capsule in a vegan formula, rather than a blend of digestive enzymes.
Key Betaine HCl 100 Capsules Benefits
- Supports stomach acidity by supplying hydrochloric acid, an essential part of the digestive environment at the start of a meal.
- Supports normal protein digestion by helping provide the acidic conditions in which the stomach’s own protein-digesting enzyme works.
- Supports the gastric stage of digestion, where acid helps release food components before nutrients move onward for intestinal absorption.
How Betaine HCl 100 Capsules Works
The stomach uses acid to unfold proteins and activate pepsin, its own protein-digesting enzyme. Acid also helps release nutrients from food, contributing to nutrient availability for later absorption in the intestine. Betaine HCl supplies acid directly; it is not an antacid or a substitute for the stomach’s enzymes. Use should be guided by a healthcare professional, not by assuming digestive symptoms mean you need more acid.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Betaine hydrochloride: Supplies acid when it dissolves in stomach fluid, helping create the acidic environment used in digestion. This supports the conditions needed for proteins to unfold and for the stomach’s own pepsin to work. It is different from non-acidic betaine, also called trimethylglycine, and should not be used interchangeably with it.
Betaine HCl 100 Capsules Is Formulated For
- Adults whose healthcare professional recommends supplemental stomach acid with meals.
- Adults seeking a betaine hydrochloride capsule without added digestive enzymes.
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Recommendation: Adults: 1 capsule, 1 to 2 times daily at the beginning of a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional. Do not chew or open capsules.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: Not stated on the manufacturer's label
Betaine hydrochloride ... 648 mg*
*Daily value not established.
Other Ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, water), microcrystalline cellulose, ascorbyl palmitate, and silicon dioxide.
Does Not Contain: Made without common allergens: milk/casein, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, gluten, soybeans, and sesame. Non-GMO, Vegan, No synthetic colors or flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Betaine HCl 100 Capsules
What are the benefits of Betaine HCl 100 Capsules?
Betaine HCl 100 Capsules supplies hydrochloric acid to support stomach acidity and the gastric stage of protein digestion. Its single functional ingredient is betaine hydrochloride; the formula does not add pepsin or other digestive enzymes.
Who should take Betaine HCl 100 Capsules?
SFI Health labels this product for adults. It suits people whose healthcare professional has recommended supplemental stomach acid, rather than anyone seeking a general-purpose digestive enzyme. Take capsules at the beginning of a meal, and do not chew or open them.
Are there any side effects of taking Betaine HCl 100 Capsules?
Betaine HCl can cause burning, heartburn or digestive discomfort. Stop use and consult your healthcare professional if discomfort occurs. Do not use with peptic ulcers. Because added acid can affect how medicines are absorbed and works against acid-reducing medicines, review all medicines with your prescriber before use. Consult your physician If you are pregnant or nursing, or have a medical condition, or taking prescription drugs, or under the age of 18 years. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
How does Betaine HCl 100 Capsules support overall health?
Normal digestion helps make nutrients in food available to the body. Betaine HCl supports the acidic stomach environment involved in that process; it does not replace dietary protein, vitamins, minerals or the enzymes needed to complete digestion. It is not appropriate for every cause of digestive discomfort.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
