betaine hcl

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Hi Liz,

You do a test first. Take half a tablet betaine hydrochloride with the

last mouthful of a main meal. If you get any burning, then don't take any

more. The next day take one tablet in the same way. If any burning, don't

take any more. If no burning, then take two tablets the following day in

the same way. If any burning, don't take any more. If no burning, then you

don't have sufficient hydrochloric acid in your stomach to digest your

meals and should continue to take one tablet with each small meal and

perhaps two with a main meal. Some people find one tablet with every meal

enough.

A local doctor here who suggests this test for hydrochloric acid

insufficiency for every patient says that a huge section of the population

would benefit from Hcl supplementation, whether they're actually sick or

not. It's reported to be caused by mineral deficiencies in the first

place, probably because of depletion of minerals in our soils.

Chris.

On Sat, 15 Jan 2000, Liz G. wrote:

> From: " Liz G. " <pioneer@...>

>

> I've been considering taking betaine hydrochloride, even got some at the

> store this week, but when I was reading up on dosages I came across the

> following from the health encyclopedia at a supplement site:

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> from : http://www.mothernature.com/ency/Supp/Betaine_HCl.asp

> Are there any side effects or interactions? Large amounts of HCl can burn

> the lining of the stomach. If a burning sensation is experienced, HCl should

> be immediately discontinued. The normal stomach produces about the same

> amount of HCl as is found in twenty 10-grain tablets or capsules. However,

> people should not take more than 10 grains (650 mg) of HCl without the

> recommendation of a nutritionally oriented physician. All people with

> gastrointestinal symptoms -particularly heartburn- should see a

> nutritionally oriented doctor before taking HCl.

>

> HCl helps make some minerals and other nutrients more absorbable.6 7 8

> Aspirin-containing compounds and other anti-inflammatory medicines, such as

> cortisone, can cause the stomach to bleed. People taking such medicines

> should discontinue taking HCl.

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>

> My stomach is pretty messed up--feels ok normally but if I take even one

> aspirin, I get a burning sensation and my whole digestive tract is messed up

> for a couple of days. I've also been on prednisone for several months (down

> to 2.5 mg daily now : ) tapering off, but flaring : ( so I'm taking it

> really slowly). Soooo, I'm undecided whether to take it or not. I've also

> read that it is hard to tell the heartburn from overacidity apart from the

> burn of reflux when too little acid is present in the stomach. #:0

> Confusing. This is the only information I've found so far that talks of the

> safety of this treatment. Any information, observations, or personal

> experiences would be appreciated. Liz G

>

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BETAINE HCL

Hydrochloric acid (HCL) initiates the conversion of pepsinogen to

pepsin & assists protein digestion. HCL renders your stomach sterile

against orally ingested pathogens, prevents bacterial & fungal

overgrowth of your small intestine, encourages the flow of bile &

pancreatic enzymes, aids the absorption of folic acid, vitamin C,

beta-carotene, iron, calcium, magnesium & zinc.

Numerous studies have shown stomach acid secretion declines with

advancing age. Such decline may increase the risk of malabsorption &

certain clinical conditions such as osteoporosis, asthma, eczema,

chronic hives, psoriasis, arthritis, thyroid disorder,

vitiligo,chronic candida, GI infections & parasites.

It is estimated that 30% of those over 60 years of age in the U.S.

have atrophic gastritis, a condition of little or no acid secretion

by the stomach. Forty percent of postmenopausal women have low basal

gastric acid secretion.

Common symptoms of decreased stomach acidity, indicating the need for

more:

Bloating, belching, burning, & flatulence immediately after meals.

Indigestion, diarrhea, or constipation.

A sense of fullness long after eating.

Multiple food sensitivities.

Nausea after taking supplements.

Rectal itching.

Iron & calcium deficiencies.

Acne.

Dilated blood vessels on the cheeks & nose.

Chronic candida, or intestinal parasites.

Undigested food in the stools.

Unfortunately, the symptoms of too little acid can mimic the symptoms

of too much acid & an inflammation of the lining of the stomach can

be associated with too little as well as too much acid. A general

guideline is that hyperacid states may be more in those who are

younger & low acid states are more likely in those over 50 years of

age.

Contraindicated with stomach or duodenal ulcers.

DIRECTIONS: Take 1-2 with meals