Question 1

What's the difference between this and a digestive enzyme product?

Accepted Answer

This adjusts the PH of your stomach towards more acidic. IF you have ulcers do not take. They state that but I think some people may miss that IMPORTANT information. I have ulcers I caught it. I use the enzymes which help with digestion and do not change the actual PH on their own of the stomach. The ulcers are not related to bacterial caused ulcers in other words not H. pelori or other similar ulcer causing bacteria. It would be dangerous for me to take anything that made my condition more acidic. Enzymes like bromelain's & other enzymes are famous in helping to digest food but not through changing the acidic levels specifically. The Betaine HCI changes PH to more acidic. I used to take vinegar and lemon juice thinking it would help to. NOT when you have severe ulcers. I'm not alkaline and so if anything I'd need to make sure I'm not relying on acids in my diet including this one.

Question 2

DOES THIS PRODUCT CONTIAN PORK

Accepted Answer

According to the Label it says it's a 'Vegetarian Formula"; and "This product uses a vegetarian acid-stable protease with activity equivalent to that of animal-derived pepsin". Therefor My understanding, is No it does NOT contain Pork!

Question 3

Is this a gluten-free supplement?

Accepted Answer

It is NOT gluten-free. Look at the information at the top of the page. It says it's "Soy-free" and "Egg-free", but not gluten-free. Also, one of the reviewers contacted 'Now', and was sent this reply:

"Thank you for contacting NOW Foods. The fungal pepsin uses wheat in the fermentation media. We do not perform testing for gluten so do not know how much may be in finished product.

Thank you,
Sarah
NOW Product Information Group"

Question 4

They say dont take betaine, with advil etc, but I dont take advil etc, What if I get a headache?I cant take it cause I took Betaine with my meals?

Accepted Answer

I am unable to take advil because of kidney failure.  I take Tylenol. I hope this helps!

ASIN	B000M4CD2C
ASIN	B000M4CD2C
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Dairy Free, Egg Free, Non-GMO, Nut Free, Soy Free
Best Sellers Rank	#8,293 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #177 in Blended Vitamin & Mineral Supplements #972 in Sales & Deals
Brand Name	NOW Foods
Color	Beige
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,454)
Date First Available	April 21, 2004
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Halal, Keto, Kosher
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Unflavored
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739029386
Item Dimensions	2.5 x 2.5 x 4.44 inches
Item Form	Capsule
Item Weight	0.16 kg
Item model number	2938
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer Part Number	2938
Material Features	Vegetarian
Material Type Free	soy, dairy, egg, nut
Model Name	NOW Supplements, Betaine HCl 648 mg, Vegetarian Formula, Digestive Support*, 120 Veg Capsules
Model Number	2938
Number of Items	1
Pill Coating	Hypromellose
Primary Supplement Type	protein
Product Benefits	Digestive Enzymes, Digestive Support
Product Dimensions	2.5 x 2.5 x 4.44 inches; 5.64 ounces
Special Ingredients	Betaine
Specific Uses For Product	Digestive Support
Supplement Formulation	Individual Supplement
Total Servings Per Container	60
UPC	733739029386
Unit Count	120 Count

Supplements, Betaine HCl 648 mg, Vegetarian Formula, Digestive Support*, 120 Veg Capsules

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