Changes

Research has shown that, after the age of 21 years, the concentration of hydrochloric acid in the stomach begins to fall progressively with age, a condition known as "[[hypochlorhydria]]." By the time people reach the age of 40 or 50, stomach hydrochloric acid concentration is much lower and attributable to age-related immune and auto-immune conditions, including diabetes, cancer and obesity - particularly abdominal fat - hence the so-called "middle age spread." Use of betaine hydrochloride has frequently been credited with flattening the stomach for this reason. When using Betaine HCL with Pepsin for the first few times, please be sure to follow the directions carefully. Always take Betaine HCL at the start of the meal! If taken without food, stomach burning may result. Betaine Hydrochloride only delivers hydrochloric acid but does not itself alter stomach acidity. Betaine hydrochloride capsules or tablets are said to be of benefit to those with * indigestion* heartburn* gas* candida* several skin conditions that may be the result of poor digestion.