NOW® Betaine HCl is crafted to promote optimal digestive conditions within the stomach.* Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is a natural component produced in the stomach, playing a crucial role in protein digestion by activating pepsin. It also contributes to maintaining a healthy balance of gut flora and triggers the release of intestinal enzymes.* Pepsin, a protease originating in the stomach, is responsible for the partial breakdown of proteins in ingested foods.* As HCl production tends to diminish with age, supplementing with HCl and pepsin can aid in preserving normal digestive function.* Notably, this product utilizes a vegetarian acid-stable protease, offering activity equivalent to animal-derived pepsin.

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• 648 mg
• Vegetarian Formula