THORNE - Betaine HCL & Pepsin - Digestive Enzyme & Hydrochloric Acid Supplement for Protein Digestion & Occasional Gas or Bloating Relief* - Third-Party Certified - Gluten & Dairy-Free - 225 Capsules

As someone who has struggled with bloating, indigestion, and that uncomfortable "food sitting like a rock" feeling after meals, THORNE's Betaine HCL & Pepsin has been absolutely life-changing. After trying numerous digestive aids with minimal success, this supplement has given me the relief I've been searching for. The difference was noticeable within the first few days of use. Protein-heavy meals that used to leave me feeling sluggish and uncomfortable now digest smoothly and efficiently. I no longer experience that heavy, bloated sensation hours after eating, and my energy levels have improved significantly since my body is actually breaking down and absorbing nutrients properly. What I appreciate most about THORNE is their commitment to quality and purity. The capsules contain no unnecessary fillers, artificial colors, or preservatives - just the active ingredients my digestive system needs. As someone with food sensitivities, knowing that THORNE products are rigorously tested and free from common allergens gives me complete confidence in what I'm taking. The dosing is straightforward - I take one capsule with larger meals containing protein, and it works consistently every time. The bottle lasts a good while since you only use it when needed, making it excellent value for the quality you're getting. I've noticed improvements beyond just immediate digestion too. My overall gut health feels more balanced, and I'm absorbing nutrients better, which I can tell from improved energy and fewer cravings throughout the day. The customer service and educational resources THORNE provides also set them apart. They're transparent about their manufacturing processes and provide clear guidance on proper usage. If you're dealing with digestive discomfort, especially after protein-rich meals, I highly recommend giving this a try. It's been a game-changer for my daily comfort and overall well-being.

These are great enzymes! My daughter has taken these for years with very good results, they are easy to swallow, and really help with digestion of food. I recommend!

This product helped me get off Nexium completely after being on it for 10 years. Basically, that valve on the top of your stomach won't close until your stomach hits a certain level of acidity. The reason we get reflux is our acid levels drop and even though we still produce acid, it not enough for that valve to sense it and close. So this product is the solution - it raises your acid levels in your stomach so the valve closes! So here's a summary of how I used this product: i was taking one Nexium capsule a day so I cut the dose down to one capsule every other day for two weeks and then one pill every three days for two weeks and then none at all. From the first day of when I started reducing Nexium, i changed my meals to include high protein and simple carbs like cooked veggies. When I ate too much or if I ate large amounts of bread, I could feel reflux again. So I kept those things to a minimum whenever possible. With every meal, I took two of these HCL supplements after I was done eating with my last bite of food or a few minutes after. As long as I ate my meal and didn't snack in between meals, absolutely no reflux would occur at all. With bigger meals, I'd take three. If I didn't take enough HCL capsules, I'd feel reflux starting but I'd take one more capsule and it would stop. That's it! No more PPI drugs for me!!

I have confidence in the Thorne supplements because I get the results that I need. High quality ingredients & the required dosage.

I bought this supplement on the recommendation of my nutritionist. After using it for more than a month, I didn't notice any major results but I felt there were improvements with my digestion and I'm not sure if this product was the cause. What I really didn't like about the product was the smell of the capsules, they are really unpleasant and makes it difficult to swallow. Overall I can't say this is super product but it's also not bad if you want to try it out.

Always keep these on hand (in car, as well) because they work well most times. I ordered this bottle for a friend.

I have been taking HCL+Pepsin from another manufacturer for many years for my GERD, acid reflux, and other gastric issues. I refused to continually take harmful drugs like omeprazole. At some point I felt like those pills were no longer taking effect, as my symptoms started popping up again, so I decided to switch to something better. Thorne was recommended to me as high quality. I must say it has not disappointed. After a week taking these pills I feel much better again, my symptoms are gone and I can definitely tell the difference. They are much more effective than the previous brand I used. Now I am almost at the end of my first bottle and it has been one of the best decisions of my life. The pills are pretty much vegan, they are not made with anything that could cause side effects, that is a plus. I definitely recommend it.

So far, so good. I’ve suspected that my GI issues have been due to a weak acid system as opposed to the too-much acid system they have been treating me for with PPI’s. Without going into too much TMI details, it was obvious I wasn’t digesting my food properly. When I told the doctors, I kept receiving PPUI’s due to my gastritis. My iron is so low that my PCP told me most people would be in the hospital at these levels. I read about this supplement on a Facebook GI support site and looked it up. By reading the reviews, it seemed like there were others like me who suffered needlessly. I started taking these yesterday, and purposely ate foods that would have normally had me laying in my chair with a heating pad on my stomach. So far, so good. No pain. It has only been the start of the 2nd day, but again, doing well. I’m hoping I can digest my food, up my iron and feel like a person again, not exhausted all the time. I’ll update this post as I know more.