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Unique, clean formula with HCl (hydrochloric acid) and pepsin for folks with occasional acid reflux, gas or bloating.* With enzymes that help digest animal protein and saturated fats.
- 120 capsules = 2-month supply
Introducing Smidge® HCl + Enzymes, for those who feel bloated, gassy, or have acid reflux after a meal.* So you can relax after eating and soak up all of the wholesome nutrients in your food.
Our HCl + Enzymes is the only digestive supplement on the market that combines a balanced dose of HCl (hydrochloric acid) and pepsin, along with vital enzymes that support stomach acid production and help digest protein, fat, gluten and casein.
Dosage Directions:
Always start with a smidge! Start with one capsule with food. Then, take two capsules together, or as directed by a certified healthcare practitioner. (See "low and slow" note below.) Take your dose at the beginning of a meal, so the supplement can help digest the food you’re eating.
How to use: Smidge® HCl + Enzymes contains HCl (hydrochloric acid), an important ingredient for people with low stomach acid production. They can be used regularly to help with digestive issues or as an occasional supplement for hard-to-digest meals and certain foods (i.e., lactose, gluten, fats or restaurant meals).
Start low and slow: Smidge® supplements are premium, pure and potent. Therefore, it's critically important to start slowly, with a lower dosage than recommended. For example, a very small dose every other day, or even once a week, until you can determine how the supplement affects your body and what dosage feels right for you.
Warning:
- Because Smidge® HCl + Enzymes contains HCl (hydrochloric acid), it's not intended for babies or toddlers, unless otherwise prescribed by a healthcare professional.
- Please do not open the capsule; consuming the powder directly may erode tooth enamel, cause and/or irritate the soft tissue lining of the mouth and esophagus. Do not take this product if you have an ulcer. If you experience any stomach upset or heartburn, discontinue use immediately.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Also, please avoid if you have mold sensitivities, an Aspergillus allergy, or a compromised immune system, as the enzymes are derived from Aspergillus (fungus) via fermentation.*
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry area, away from direct light.
Key Points:
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Supports protein/fat/gluten/casein digestion
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Supports mineral absorption
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Great for travel & dining out
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No additives
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Non-GMO
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Free of common allergens
Our sourcing and process
We source Smidge® HCl + Enzymes with a strong commitment to quality and safety. This begins with the cleanest microbe that produces key digestive enzymes. These enzymes are cultivated under controlled conditions containing a nutrient-rich medium. Then, we add betaine hydrochloric acid (HCl) and pepsin, each selected for their high quality and consistency.
Finally, each batch is tested for enzyme activity levels and purity.
Who takes this multi-enzyme with HCl and pepsin?
- Those seeking to restore their HCl levels and maximize absorption of nutrients*
- Those aiming to reduce mild gas, bloating, belching and other occasional symptoms of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)*
- Those on GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome), paleo, ancestral or real food diets with higher fat and protein content (and limited grains and carbs)
- Those on a daily regimen of medications (which can interfere with digestion)*
- Those who want to absorb more minerals from their diets
And, folks with lots of stress often have issues with stomach acid and try this multi-enzyme with HCl. They may be taking in lots of carbs and dealing with food allergies, sugar cravings and mild nutrient deficiencies, too.
One-of-a-kind, gentle formula
Our product is unique because most enzyme products only contain enzymes, and most HCl products only contain HCl and pepsin (with no other enzymes).
But you can find a full spectrum of digestive enzymes plus HCl and pepsin in Smidge® HCl + Enzymes.
Plus, this supplement is gentle, with only 200 mg of HCl per capsule. Most HCl products contain over 600 mg of HCl per capsule, which may be too much for some people.*
Smidge HCl + Enzymes – how it breaks down each yummy bite
Here's how the components in our small-batch HCl + Enzymes work together to break down each yummy bite in your real food diet:
- Hydrochloric acid (HCl) supports the digestion of proteins in your tummy (more info below).*
- Pepsin and protease peptidase complex (with exopeptidase and DPP-IV enzymes) also support optimal protein digestion, as well as casein and gluten digestion.*
- Lipase (three types) helps to digest fats.
- Amylase, lactase and phytase aid in the digestion of starches, dairy and veggies.*
Do you need HCl + Enzymes?
When people experience GERD — which presents itself through indigestion and gassiness after eating — the problem is actually mal-digested food flowing back into the esophagus. And because the esophagus wasn't created to tolerate acidic foods traveling north from the stomach, it burns. You know the feeling.
You may be surprised to learn that in many cases, what's needed is more acid and more digestive secretions to help digest the food.*
This is where a clean digestive enzyme with a gentle dose of HCl (hydrochloric acid) and pepsin can help you eat up comfortably.
HCl is the acid found in the digestive juices your body creates, and is integral to our formula.
How does HCl work?
Here's how the HCl helps to calm these common symptoms, in tandem with our thoughtful enzyme blend:
- HCl promotes the production of stomach acid your body is craving (The stomach is all about acid! It's designed for a normal pH of 0.8, which is almost pure acid)*.
- It supports the digestion of protein, the only nutrient that must be prepared by hydrochloric acid before your stomach's naturally occurring enzymes can do their thing.
- It helps trigger critical digestive activities like releasing pancreatic enzymes and bile to break down food into smaller particles, which are more easily converted and assimilated into useful nutrients in your intestines.
- HCl may contribute to easing further symptoms like occasional constipation and diarrhea, caused by inflammatory foods.*
- It also promotes gut health and may discourage the survival of harmful microorganisms.*
Great for ancestral diets to break down protein, fat, carbs
Smidge® HCl + Enzymes has HCl, pepsin and protease peptidase complex for protein, casein and gluten; lipase for fats; and amylase, lactase and phytase for starches, dairy and veggies.
Many customers on ancestral and real food diets (like Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS)) that are heavy in healthy fats and protein have HCl + Enzymes as part of their routine.
Ease bloating, gas, acid reflux before eating*
Combines a balanced dose of HCl and pepsin with vital enzymes that support stomach acid production and help digest food comfortably.
Restore HCl levels and maximize nutrient absorption*
HCl supports stomach acid production for those with low stomach acid and may ease bloating, belching and other occasional, mild symptoms of GERD.*
Digest protein, fats, carbs
HCl, pepsin and protease peptidase complex for protein, casein and gluten; lipase for fats; amylase, lactase and phytase for starches, dairy, veggies. Support for ancestral diets and real food protocols.
Clean and small-batch
Free of additives and common allergens, and made in small batches. Non-GMO, sourced and produced in the U.S. Formerly called GutZyme HCl.
Must-have travel companion
Convenient for on-the-go and toting to parties or dining out, where you don’t have control over the food.
What is in Smidge® HCl + Enzymes?
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Betaine Hydrochloride: Betaine hydrochloride is an acidic form of betaine, a vitamin-like substance found in beets and plants. Some doctors recommend it as a supplemental source of hydrochloric acid for people who are deficient in stomach acid.*
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Pepsin: Pepsin is the main digestive enzyme in the stomach. It further aids in the digestion of protein, turning them into polypeptides (short-chain amino acids that form protein molecules).*
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Lipase: This digestive enzyme — produced in the pancreas, mouth and stomach — helps break down dietary fats so the intestines can easily absorb them. It also allows nutrients and waste to move through cellular walls.*
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Amylase: The digestive enzyme amylase, found in saliva and pancreatic fluid, helps convert starch and glycogen into simple sugars.*
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Protease Peptidase Complex with Exopeptidase and DPP-IV Activity: Digestive enzymes found in the pancreas and the stomach that help break down proteins into amino acids, which the body uses for energy. They also play a vital role in blood clotting and cell division.*
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Lactase: A digestive enzyme found in the small intestine of humans and other mammals. It's essential to the complete digestion of whole milk, as it breaks down lactose, a sugar which gives milk its sweetness.*
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Phytase: This digestive enzyme is a key to bone health.* Commonly found in plant material, it helps break down grains, legumes, seeds and corn.
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Cellulose (base for encapsulation): Cellulose is a naturally occurring substance (ie a long chain of sugar molecules) that's an important cellular component of green plants. We chose this ingredient to satisfy the needs of our most sensitive customers.
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Vegetarian Capsule: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), water. Our vegetable (vegan) capsules consist of only two ingredients: HPMC and purified water. HPMC is derived from vegetable cellulose of either pine or poplar. 100% natural, these capsules contain no preservatives, no gelatin, wheat, animal by-products or starch.
