Manufacturer: Douglas Labs

Product Description:

Betaine Hydrochloride 250c is available by Douglas Laboratories.

HEALTH FUNCTION: Digestive/G.I. Support

Betaine Hydrochloride

A Dietary Supplement
Douglas
Laboratories®

250 Capsules

More Info:
Betaine Hydrochloride, provided by Douglas Laboratories®, is a powdered dietary supplement of hydrochloric acid supplied in two-piece gelatin capsules.

Betaine Hydrochloride capsules may be a useful nutritional adjunct for individuals who wish to supplement their diets with hydrochloric acid.

The breakdown of dietary protein begins in the stomach where gastric hydrochloric acid assumes an important role in protein digestion and other processes. Hydrochloric acid acts as a catalyst in the activation of pepsin from pepsinogen. Active pepsin is a proteolytic enzyme which splits large protein molecules into smaller polypeptides.

Additionally, hydrochloric acid acts directly on dietary proteins by loosening up their macromolecular structure (denaturing). Gastric hydrochloric acid also helps reduce poorly available trivalent ferric iron into more soluble and absorbable divalent ferrous iron. Another physiological role of gastric hydrochloric acid is to protect the body from food-borne enteric infections through its antibacterial properties.

Supplemental Facts:
Betaine Hydrochloride is a dietary supplement which adds hydrochloric acid to the stomach.

These capsules are intended to be taken whole, not pulled apart to be taken directly.

Ingredients:

Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings Per Container: 250

Amount Per Serving
Betaine Hydrochloride ...648mg*

* Daily Value not established

Contains:
Cellulose, Gelatin (capsule), Water, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

Does Not Contain:
Yeast, Wheat, Gluten, Soy Protein, Milk/Dairy, Corn, Sodium, Sugar, Starch, Artificial Coloring, Preservatives, Flavoring

Dosage:

Suggested Usage:
As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 capsule just before or during each meal or as directed by your healthcare professional.

WARNINGS:

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place.
(59 ° - 77 ° F / 15 ° - 25 ° C) (35-65% relative humidity)
Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing.

Do not use if gastric hyperacidity or peptic ulcers are present.