Betaine HCl+ with Vegan Protease & Mucosave® FG – 120 Capsules by Enzyme Science

Betaine HCl+ by Enzyme Science offers fast-acting relief for occasional heartburn and indigestion due to low stomach acid.* This gentle, vegan formula combines 1,300mg Betaine HCl with an acid-active vegan protease (active at low pH) plus Mucosave® FG — a clinically studied blend of prickly pear and olive leaf extracts shown to protect and soothe the stomach lining.*

Key Benefits

• ✅ 1,300mg Betaine HCl per serving — promotes optimal stomach pH for efficient digestion*
• ✅ Acid-active vegan protease (50 SAPU) — protein breakdown support active at low pH*
• ✅ Mucosave® FG (50mg) — clinically studied prickly pear + olive leaf to protect the stomach lining*
• ✅ Soothes digestive discomfort — fast-acting relief for occasional heartburn & indigestion*
• ✅ Clean formula — vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, non-GMO

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Capsules  |  Servings per Container: 60

Per Serving:

• Betaine HCl — 1,300 mg
• Acid-Active Protease — 50 SAPU
• Mucosave® FG — 50 mg

Other Ingredients: 100% vegetarian capsule (HPMC, water), rice concentrate.

Suggested Use

Standard: 1–2 capsules, 3 times daily with meals.
More may be taken as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Consult a physician before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

120 Vegetarian Capsules — 60 Servings

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The Science Behind Stomach Acid

Digestion begins before the first bite — between 30–50% of acid production is triggered by sensory stimuli alone (sight, smell, taste). This cephalic phase is mediated through the vagus nerve, stimulating gastric acid secretion before food even reaches the stomach.

Once consumed, food is broken down by critical enzymes (amylase, lipase, and kallikrein protease enzymes) and travels through the esophagus past the lower esophageal sphincter into the stomach. When functioning properly, this sphincter prevents food from moving back into the esophagus.

Over 20% of the population experiences indigestion or heartburn at least once a week. Traditional therapies can provide relief but may lead to insufficient levels of hydrochloric acid and critical enzymes — which over time can impact microbial balance, protein digestion, and absorption of certain vitamins and minerals.*