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HCL
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Supports optimal stomach PH & gastric acidity
$26.97
HCL:
- Promotes optimal gastric acidity
- Assists in the breakdown of protein into constituent amino acids
- Supports maximum calcium, magnesium, iron, and other mineral absorption
- Helps to activate pancreatic enzymes
- Maintains healthy gastrointestinal microbe balance and immunity
- Helps alleviate food sensitivities
Supports Optimal Stomach pH
Stomach acid is key to properly breaking down and digesting your food, yet many people are low on stomach acid. In fact, contrary to popular belief, most people with acid reflux are actually low on stomach acid.
Low Stomach Acid Contributes to Heartburn, Dysbiosis, & Other Gut Issues
Heartburn is often caused by stomach acid that is TOO LOW… NOT too high. Many people are shocked when they hear this, but it’s absolutely true. Low stomach acid leads to a whole host of digestive issues that cause inflammation, swelling, and fluid retention in the stomach and digestive tract. pH, Pylori infection, and SIBO are highly opportunistic and thrive in low acid environments. These and other infections that crop up when stomach acid is too low aggravate all of this inflammation. Inflamed tissue swelling even just a little cause a build-up of intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) over the long term. This pressure build-up impacts tissues such as your hiatal sphincter as well as your esophagus, which leads to stomach acid being able to navigate into the esophagus causing pain and discomfort.
HCL With Betaine Hydrochloride Supports Optimal Gastric Acid Balance
My HCL formula contains Betaine Hydrochloride which supports optimal gastric acidity. Betaine, an amino acid, is a derivative of choline, a vital micronutrient. I combined betaine with hydrochloride in order to create the perfect PH optimizer for your stomach. My HCL formula adds just the right amount of acid to the stomach’s gastric juices in order to support optimal digestion, mineral absorption, enzyme activation, and microbe balance.
Stomach Acid pH Balance Enables Nutrient Absorption
Minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium need optimal stomach acid to be absorbed! That’s right, in the foods we eat and the supplements we take, iron, calcium, magnesium, and other minerals are bound to other molecules, such as organic acids, or amino acids. The bonds between the atomic mineral itself, and the acid it’s bound to need to be broken down, or ‘cleaved’ by our gastric juices. Without the correct PH and right amount of stomach acid, those bonds cannot be broken down and mineral absorption plummets, leading to essential mineral insufficiencies.
HCL With Betaine Hydrochloride Supports Your Immune System’s First Line of Defense
HCL supports healthy gastrointestinal microbe balance and immunity. Stomach acid is your intestines’ first line of defense against invaders! When stomach acid is too low, ingested viruses, molds, undesirable bacteria, and even parasites can survive passage into the small intestine, large intestine, and colon. There, these opportunistic microorganisms are free to cause all manner of health problems from dysbiosis and SIBO, to candida and parasitic infection. Supplementing with HCL helps fortify your gastric juices with the acid it needs in order to reach the proper PH to be able to provide an inhospitable environment to these would-be commensal invaders.
Betaine HCL Can Help You Repair Leaky Gut
Do you have food sensitivities? I’d venture to guess that if you’re reading this, you’re dealing with one or more food sensitivities now, or have dealt with them in the past. Oftentimes, food sensitivities are the result of leaky gut, which can actually be proliferated by a lack of stomach acid! When stomach acid is low, bacteria, yeast, parasites, and even undigested proteins can damage the intestinal barrier. This leads to increased intestinal permeability which can lead to food sensitivities, and ultimately, autoimmunity. HCL promotes the proper PH in the stomach and small intestine to support proper digestion of potentially inflammatory proteins as well as creates an inhospitable environment for would-be opportunistic microorganisms.
Who Should Take HCL With Betaine Hydrochloride
My HCL is the perfect digestive aid for anyone who:
Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule, 1 to 2 times daily at the beginning of each meal. Do not chew or open capsules. Consult your physician before use.
Contents: 100 Capsules
Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking prescription drugs, consult your physician before taking this product. Keep out of reach of children.
DOES NOT CONTAIN: Gluten, wheat, dairy, corn, soy, or GMOs.
FAQs
What time of day should I take HCL? Should it be taken with or away from meals?
I always recommend HCL be taken immediately before a meal. This allows the betaine hydrochloride to modulate the stomach’s PH in anticipation of digesting the meal. This also enables HCL to activate digestive enzymes, and support vitamin and mineral absorption.
Is HCL appropriate for children?
Because HCL is a powerful PH modulating supplement, I recommend working with your child’s healthcare provider before supplementing with my HCL formula. They can help you decide if it is appropriate for your child’s specific health goals, as well as help you with dosing information.
Is HCL safe to take for pregnant women and nursing mothers?
In the case of pregnancy and nursing, HCL is generally safe when used as directed unless you have been given advice by your doctor not to use HCL, or are on any medications that may be contraindicated with HCL. I encourage you to work with your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any concerns about supplementation before using my HCL formula.
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
HCL Ingredients
Why Buy from Amy Myers MD?
Finally, supplements from a source you can actually trust. After receiving my medical degree (M.D.) at Louisiana State University, I completed my residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland Medical Center. In 2012, I became a certified functional medicine physician, so I could help my patients get to the root cause of their health problems.
Since then, I’ve gone on to write 2 New York Times bestselling books, as well as the Amazon #1 bestseller The Autoimmune Solution Cookbook. I’ve been a guest on the Dr. Oz Show 7 times, have starred in my own PBS special, and been featured in dozens of television, radio, and magazine interviews.
Many other supplement brands are run by fly-by-night operations looking to turn a quick buck. Not so with Amy Myers MD® — it’s one of the only health and wellness brands owned and operated by a real medical doctor (that’s me)!
You’ll know exactly what you’re getting because all products are 3rd party tested and verified. You may be surprised to know that the supplement industry is not regulated by the FDA and it’s up to the manufacturer to ensure they’re delivering high-quality products that contain what they say they do.
All of the supplements I carry in my store carry the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) seal, meaning they have been 3rd party tested for purity, quality, potency, and composition, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the key nutrients you’re paying for and that your body needs.
High-potency, pharmaceutical grade supplements to maximize value and impact.
Because I am a licensed physician, the supplements I carry are pharmaceutical grade, meaning they are higher quality and typically higher dosages than you can find in a health food store or online retailer.
This is vital because cost per unit is a key metric to look at when choosing supplements. If you look at a supplement such as my 100 Billion probiotic, you will find that you may need to take nearly an entire bottle of other probiotics to achieve the same potency.
My supplements contain no gluten, dairy, soy, GMOs, preservatives, dyes, or toxic ingredients. You’re not eating these inflammatory foods or toxins so why would you want them in your supplements?! I source all of the ingredients in my supplements from pure, clean sources.
There are a few incredibly rare exceptions where products contain trace amounts of dairy or egg because of the way they need to be formulated, however they are clearly marked on the product page and are in such low quantities that even my very sensitive patients typically have not had a reaction.
The highest quality ingredients in the form that is best absorbed and utilized by your body. The form and formulation of the vitamins and nutrients in your supplements make a difference! I have specifically sourced and formulated the ingredients in my products to be in their most bioavailable forms for maximum effectiveness.
Every product in my store has been personally vetted by me. Not only have I researched and tested every product I carry, I have also worked with thousands of patients to determine which formulations that produce the very best results.
Shopping is risk-free with my 90-day return guarantee. I stand behind all of the products I carry in my store. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, simply send the unused portion back to me, and we will refund your money.*
My team is committed to delighting and WOWing all of our customers with exceptional support. If you have questions about a product or how to place your order, my team of highly trained customer success specialists are here to support you via live chat, email, or phone.
*Exclusions apply, please see the FAQs.
Shipping Information
United States Shipping
Shipping rates are calculated after coupons/discounts and applicable taxes have been applied. Free shipping applies to ground shipping on all US orders. Free shipping applies to new orders only.
Shipping Time
- We aim to process orders within 1-2 business days*
- Overnight, 2 business day, and 3 business day shipping excludes weekends
- Overnight orders placed prior to 11am CST will arrive the next business day.
- Orders placed before 11am CST Friday will arrive Monday.
Shipping Location
If shipping to military bases, Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico, we recommend upgrading to 3-day (or faster) shipping.
Online Programs / Special Packaging
- Online programs, eCourses, and eBooks that do not require shipping will be made available immediately after your order is received.
- Our bars are heat sensitive and can melt. We strongly recommend shipping our bars with expedited shipping to prevent melting. We include an ice pack with our bars from May - October, but cannot guarantee they will not melt. Please select expedited shipping and ship to an address where you will be available to receive the bars.
*Occasional delays may occur due to stock availability, storewide sales, and unforeseeable weather conditions.
International Shipping
Some duty tax fees may apply, however, we cannot predict them in advance. Please refer to your Customs agency for more information. Amy Myers MD® is not liable for and will not refund any orders lost or confiscated by customers. Please see the FAQs for more information.
Shipping Time
- We aim to process orders within 1-2 business days*
- Once processed, international shipments may take 2-6 weeks to arrive. This can vary greatly based on the country and its customs process
Online Programs
- Online programs, eCourses and eBooks that do not require shipping will be made available immediately after your order is received
*Occasional delays may occur due to stock availability, storewide sales, and unforeseeable weather conditions.
Please note that customs regulations can change monthly in each country; if not adhered to properly, your order is at risk for being returned or confiscated. Amy Myers MD® is not liable for and will not refund any orders confiscated by customs; please note that you are purchasing at your own risk.
The following countries are ineligible to receive Amy Myers MD® deliveries per their customs laws and restrictions:
- Mexico
- Germany
- Spain
- Austria
- Sweden
- Poland
- South Africa
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Reviewed by Teresa M.
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I recommend this product
HCL helps my stomach
I use HCL (per my nutritionist) with repair.
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I recommend this product
Recommend
I didn't think I needed HCL but it's been a game changer in my food sensitives . Thank you Dr. Amy Myers
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Reviewed by Pamela F.
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I recommend this product
Really helps my digestion
The first time I took it I had a little burning in my belly but I believe that I did not eat enough for that meal or did not have enough protein. I did not take it for a few days but decided to go back to it again and there has not been another time of having the burning. I have less digestive issues by taking this and digestive enzymes.
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Reviewed by Lori
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I recommend this product
HCL
Take this in addition to leaky gut revive, digestive enzymes, and eating foods that are not inflammatory to your body
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