Betain+HCl

=Other Names= Trimethylglycine hdrochloride, hydrochloric acid

=Generalities= Betain is a derivative of methionine and choline, which is a methyl group donor. It is essential for liver detoxification, hepatic functions and DNA replication. When bound with hydrochloride, it provides a higher level of gastric acidity and from this facilitates protein digestion and mineral assimilation

=Co-Factors= -Choline -Folic Acid -Vitamin B12

=Properties= Improves the absorption of minerals and the digestion of proteins

=Indications= -Hypochlorhydria -Achlorhydria -Partial Gastrectomy -Slow stomach digestion associated w/ stress or illness

It is also used for the following health problems: -Acne Rosacea -Asthma -Chronic Candidiasis -Dermatitis Herpetiformis -Food Allergies -Gall Stones -Anemia (w/ Iron supplement) -Rheumatoid Arthritis -Vitiligo

=Contraindications= -Gastric Ulcers People who take non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (tylenol, advil, motrin) similar to cortosone or any other medication that can cause gastric ulcers should not take betain HCl

=Precautions and Side Effects= Take in progressively larger doses and always with a protein based meal. The dose can be decreased for the subsequent meal if there is a burning sensation in the stomach.

=Sources= -Hydrochloric Acid from extracts of animal stomachs

=Therapeutic Dose= 325-650mg for each protein based meal. Do Not go beyond 650mg./meal