Digestive Enzymes Guide
Which Digestive Aid Supplement Should I Choose?
Everyone will benefit from Digestive Enzymes. Most people will benefit from taking the HCL and Pepsin. Take a look at the specific function each of the enzymes have.
List of Digestive Enzymes and Digestive Aid Products
Pancreatin & Lipase, 500mg 100 Capsules
HCL = HCl = Hydrochloric Acid
-Fat and Protein Digestion, Heartburn, Mineral Deficiency, Gas, Bloating, Indigestion, Acid reflux.
Hydrochloric acid is responsible for the digestion of fats and proteins. Betaine hydrochloride (betaine HCL) is an acidic form of betaine, a vitamin-like substance found in grains and other foods. Betaine hydrochloride is recommended as a supplemental source of hydrochloric acid for people who have a deficiency of stomach acid production (hypochlorhydria).*
Deficiency of Gastric Acid
Stomach acid or Hydrochloric Acid is a powerful digestive aid. After a high-protein meal, the pH in a healthy stomach may drop to as low as 1 or 2. However, buffers quickly raise the pH back to 3 or 4.*
With age, stomach acid secretion tends to decrease. Resulting in: low stomach acid, poor digestion, mineral deficiency, and disease, in that order. What to do? Our HCL supplements help make minerals and nutrients more absorbable. Achieving the correct balance of flora is a key to maintaining proper digestive function and overall health.*
A deficiency of gastric acid secretion increases the likelihood and severity of certain bacterial and parasitic intestinal infections. This causes an imbalance in the growth of normal bacterial flora in the intestines.*
Dr. Clark repeatedly stated that people were better off taking HCL instead of acidophilus, because if the “acid barrier” (the stomach) is in proper order it stops inhospitable microorganisms from entering the colon, this results in growth of good flora in the colon without the constant assistance of acidophilus supplements.*
Overall people start lacking in HCL secretion at age 40. As you can see on the chart HCL drops 75% by the time you are in your 40s. HCL secretion is close to 200 mg/hr at 11 years compared to about 50 mg/hr in the late 40s. This is an average; you may be below or above. This chart was published by Dr. Jonathan Wright in the book "Why Stomach Acid is Good for You". People with lineage from the Nordic and Germanic countries have a particular tendency to lack HCL at a younger age than others.*
Apart from digestive problems, a good indication of lack of hydrochloric acid are splitting nails and nails that look like a washboard because HCL helps you get the minerals you need for healthy nails and hair from your food.*
Hydrochloric Acid is a big deal and that is why we carry three varieties:
Hydrochloric acid 5% drops, 1 fl. oz:
The HCL Liquid comes in a 1oz bottle, we recommend you use up to 45 drops per day mixed in food. Read warnings and never put directly in your mouth.
Betaine HCL capsules, 100 capsules:
The HCL capsules are by far the most common way to increase acid levels in stomach. It’s handy to use because it comes packaged in capsules.
How do the HCL supplements compare?
To answer this question we adjusted 1 qt. (L) of water to pH of 5.5, representing an unhealthy and alkaline stomach, we then added the different HCL supplements to 3 different batches of water and obtained the following results:
- Betaine HCL 1 capsule = 3.2pH
- HCL 5% 45 drops = 3.4pH
Most people use Betaine HCL capsules however some have sensitivity for it so they choose the Hydrochloric acid 5% drops.
Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) 5% Drops (1 fl. oz.); also called Dr. Clark Digestive Power is best taken by mixing up to 10 drops per meal in food or up to 45 drops per day. Dr. Clark Digestive Power is also a great food sanitizer. Stir up to 45 drops per day into liquid foods, like a cup of soup for example, before putting it in the fridge, thereby curbing the growth of bacteria - making it last longer.*
Remember to take Pepsin: Because Pepsin and HCL work together to break your food down, healthcare professionals recommend you take Pepsin at the same time you take any of our three kinds of HCL supplements.*
Note: Dr. Wright finds that in very rare cases people have too much acid; in that case you will feel a burning sensation or heartburn when taking HCL with your food.
Dr. Clark Digestive Enzymes
Overall Digestion
Dr. Clark Digestive Enzymes is the best most powerful and immediate “Magic Bullet” if you want to improve your overall digestion quickly, including digesting fats, protein, fibers and dairy.*
Our Digestive enzymes are a powerful mix of enzymes that help boost your body’s natural ability to break down all forms of nutrients. Each Dr. Clark Digestive Enzyme capsule delivers a potent 500 milligrams of high-powered digestive support in an easily assimilated capsule. This synergistic formula was developed by Dr. Clark.*
Ingredients in the Dr. Clark Digestive Enzymes
|
Material |
Function |
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Lipase |
Helps to break down fats and oils |
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Amylase |
Helps to break down starches and carbohydrates |
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Trypsin |
Helps to break down proteins |
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Pepsin |
Helps convert proteins into peptide bonds |
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Bromelain |
Helps digest proteins |
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Papain |
Helps to break down fibers |
Pancreatin & Lipase, 500mg 100 Capsules
Food Sensitivities, Inadequate Fat Digestion, Indigestion or Weight Loss
Extra helpful when enzymes are lacking to break down dietary fats. Do you have floating, greasy, light-colored stools? That’s an indication.*
Pancreatin is an effective enzyme supplement for increasing your ability to DIGEST FAT. It also helps maintains good health when pancreatic secretions are deficient.*
Lipase helps to break down FATS, GREASY FOODS and OILS. When Lipase levels are insufficient to break down dietary fats, greasy, light-colored stools may result. Lipase also can help with weight gain and to relieve indigestion. (note mentioned twice in this section)
Pepsin, 700 mg 100 Capsules
Protein, Meat, Eggs, Dairy Digestion
If you find yourself having a hard time with either MEAT, EGGS or DAIRY products. Take with every meal together with Betaine HCL capsules with food.*
In the stomach Pepsin effects partial degradation of proteins into smaller units called peptides, which then either are absorbed from the intestine into the bloodstream or are broken down further by pancreatic enzymes.*
Small amounts of Pepsin pass from the stomach into the bloodstream, where it breaks down some of the larger, or still partially undigested, fragments of protein that may have been absorbed by the small intestine.*
Pepsin may enhance the body’s natural metabolism and may assist in the process of removing waste and toxins from the intestines.*
Pepsin is often taken with Betaine HCL capsules with food.
Dr. Clark Stomach Saver
“Dr. Clark Lugol’s Stomach Saver” provides a simple and amazingly effective home remedy to maintain good health despite unsanitary foods even after the fact. Take 12 drops in ¼ glass of water every 4 hours.*
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