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HCl with Pepsin
Solaray
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(905 ratings)
Glutamic Acid 100 mg
Score 25.0
Solaray HCl with Pepsin is a digestive supplement primarily intended to aid protein digestion and stomach acid levels, not directly targeting brain health or cognitive function.
Quantity: 180 VegCap(s)Servings size: 1 VegCap(s) (180 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Digestive Health
Muscle Gain
Brain Health
Cognitive Support
leaderboard Score 25.0
Solaray HCl with Pepsin is a digestive supplement primarily intended to aid protein digestion and stomach acid levels, not directly targeting brain health or cognitive function.
This Solaray product is formulated as a digestive aid, specifically designed to support the stomach's natural acid production and protein digestion. It contains Betaine HCl and Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride, which act as acidifiers to help create the optimal acidic environment for digestion. Pepsin is included to break down proteins, and Papaya provides additional enzymatic support (papain). While crucial for overall nutrient absorption, the product's composition is not directly geared towards "Brain Health" or "Cognitive Support," which are the specified goals. The connection to cognitive function is indirect, stemming from potentially improved nutrient absorption, rather than direct neurological support from the active ingredients themselves.
- Contains a synergistic blend of Betaine HCl, Glutamic Acid HCl, Pepsin, and Papaya to support robust protein digestion and stomach acidity.
- Offered at a very competitive price per serving, making it an economical option for digestive support.
- Comes in VegCaps, which is suitable for vegetarians and those avoiding gelatin.
- The listed goals of "Brain Health" and "Cognitive Support" are severely misaligned with the product's actual formulation and primary digestive function.
- Some individuals may require higher doses of Betaine HCl or Pepsin depending on the severity of their low stomach acid.
- Papaya's effectiveness as a digestive enzyme in the highly acidic stomach environment might be limited.
- Not suitable for individuals with active stomach ulcers or gastritis, as increasing stomach acid can exacerbate these conditions.
- May cause heartburn or indigestion if stomach acid levels are already adequate or if taken in excessive amounts.
- Consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or having a medical condition.
$19.69($0.10 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Betaine HCl | 250 mg |
| Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride | 100 mg |
| Pepsin | 150 mg |
| Papaya | 100 mg |
Categories
Glutamic Acid 60.0
The product contains Glutamic Acid Hydrochloride, which is a form of glutamic acid. However, in this context, it functions as an acidifier to support digestion rather than providing free glutamic acid for its roles as a neurotransmitter or general amino acid.
Goals
Brain Health, Cognitive Support 10.0
The ingredients in this product, primarily Betaine HCl and Pepsin, are digestive aids for protein breakdown and stomach acidity. They do not directly contain compounds or mechanisms known to enhance brain health or cognitive function as their primary purpose, making the association largely inaccurate.
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