Product Description:

NOW® Betaine HCl is formulated to support proper digestive conditions in the stomach.* Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is normally produced in the stomach, where it assists protein digestion by activating pepsin, helps to maintain a healthy balance of gut flora, and stimulates the release of intestinal enzymes.* Pepsin is a protease produced in the stomach that partially breaks down proteins in foods.* HCl production tends to decline with age, so supplementing with HCl and pepsin may help to maintain normal digestive function.* This product uses a vegetarian acid-stable protease with activity equivalent to that of animal-derived pepsin. Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Take 1-2 capsules at the beginning of each meal. Do not take on an empty stomach. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially acid reflux or upper GI ulcers). Keep out of reach of children. Do not take if you have stomach or duodenal ulcers.

Supplement FactsServing Size:2 Veg CapsulesServings Per Container:60DescriptionAmount per Serving% Daily ValueBetaine HCl 1,296 mg ** Daily Value not established. Acid-Stable Protease (300 SAPU)(Fungal Pepsin from Aspergillus niger) 300 mg ** Daily Value not established. **Daily Value not established.Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silicon Dioxide and Microcrystalline Cellulose. Not manufactured with yeast, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially acid reflux or upper GI ulcers). Keep out of reach of children. Do not take if you have stomach or duodenal ulcers. Natural color variation may occur in this product. Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Family owned since 1968. This bottle is made from 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled) resin.