DigestMAX HCl
Aids in the digestion of food in those with low stomach acid
DigestMAX HCl is a comprehensive digestive enzyme formula that contains Betaine Hydrochloride (HCl) and butyric acid. DigestMAX HCl is helpful for those who suffer from heartburn caused by low stomach acid.
Many people with heartburn do not produce enough Hydrochloric acid (HCl). Normally, the stomach is a sterile environment due to its acidic nature. If there is a lack of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach, it is no longer a sterile environment and bacteria are able to proliferate. These bacteria will putrefy food in the stomach, releasing volatile fatty acids and gases. These gases cause bloating after meals, and it is actually the bacteria and stomach acid coming up into the esophagus, which is causing heartburn. By ensuring adequate levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, especially at meal times, the underlying cause of most heartburn can be addressed.
The long term solution for eliminating heartburn (in those who do not produce enough stomach acid) is to ensure that the stomach is a sterile environment and to ensure food is easily broken down. Taking DigestMAX HCl with meals helps with both of these issues.
DigestMAX HCl contains enzymes which address every type of food group including; proteins, fats, carbohydrates, dairy, plant and vegetable material (cellulose), and sugars. This combination of enzymes functions under the whole range of gastric pH's from 2-14. DigestMAX HCl also includes the enzymes Cellulase and Phytase. Phytase works to break down harmful phytates, which can cause malabsorption. Phytates are found in seeds, grains, and beans. Phytates have been shown in clinical studies to block the absorption of many minerals, especially calcium. This can be problematic for vegetarians, as these foods are staples in their diet. By breaking down phytates, DigestMAX HCl eliminates this problem. Cellulase, which the human body is unable to produce, breaks down plant fibres that cause bloating and gas in many people.
- You experience heartburn after any sized meal.
- You have gas or bloating and experience accompanying heartburn after eating specific types of food (i.e. proteins).
- You have gas or bloating and experience accompanying heartburn after combining certain types of foods (i.e. mixing proteins and carbohydrates).
If you have mild to moderate digestive problems without heartburn, TAKE DigestMAX.
- You have difficulty breaking down large meals, or specific foods (i.e. proteins).
- You have gas or bloating after eating certain types of foods.
- You have gas or bloating after combining certain types of foods (ex. proteins with carbohydrates).
When DigestMAX is taken with a meal, it works to break down foods into their smallest usable components (nutrients). This allows the body to absorb the maximum amount of nutrients from your meal. When food is effectively broken down, the overall function of the digestive system is improved, including a reduction in the amount of gas produced.
If you have CHRONIC DIGESTIVE COMPLAINTS TAKE DigestMAX Ultra.
- You have difficulty breaking down all meals.
- You have gas or bloating after eating, regardless of food type.
- You have stomach upset, belching or regurgitation after eating, regardless of food type.
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