If you are like many Americans you deal with ongoing indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, and gas.
One of the first over-the-counter remedies many reach for is Tums. Tums help block acid and can relieve symptoms temporarily. They are not, however, an actual answer to the issue and need to be taken over and over again at every sign of gastrointestinal distress.
Taking too many Tums or Rolaids can mean your calcium levels may raise artificially too high. Too much calcium cannot be absorbed properly and can cause hypercalcemia. This can lead to heart and kidney problems. Most antacids contain calcium which can increase your risk of kidney stones. Don’t take them between meals or in doses greater than 1,200 mg per day. A single antacid tablet can have as much as 1,250 mg.
Hypercalcemia is a possible outcome along with kidney stones.
Signs of hypercalcemia can include:
- More frequent urination and thirst.
- Fatigue, bone pain, headaches.
- Nausea, vomiting, constipation, decrease in appetite.
- Lethargy, depression, memory loss, or irritability.
- Muscle aches, weakness, cramping, and/or twitches.
Use antacids sparingly and only as needed.
Our answer to digestive issues? BetaZyme Betaine HCL with Enzymes. Many individuals assume that heartburn and gas are caused by the stomach producing too much acid. This misconception has been strongly and wrongly reinforced by the pharmaceutical industry and medical doctors over the years. They completely overlook the need to provide patients with dietary recommendations.
This breakthrough formulation from Nutritional Frontiers contains an advanced synergistic enzyme formula with a unique blend of Betaine HCL, Ox bile, pancreatin, pepsin, glutamic acid plus gentian root to support digestive tract function and nutrient absorption the natural way.
Why BetaZynme Works
- Betaine HCL provides a source of hydrochloric acid, which is not considered a digestive enzyme but is necessary for the proper functioning of enzymes. Due to the overutilization of antacids, medications, lack of fiber, too much sugar, alcohol, fast foods, and processed foods, many people are suffering from symptoms of low stomach acid. These symptoms may include bloating, gas, pain, yeast infections, skin conditions including acne rosacea, constipation, and diarrhea.
- Pancreatin is a combination of digestive enzymes including lipase, amylase, and protease. These enzymes are normally produced by the pancreas and are important in the digestion of fats, starches and proteins. Pancreatin is used to replace digestive enzymes which the pancreas does not produce on its own. Certain medical conditions and medications contribute to the lack of enzyme production including pancreatic surgery, inflammation of the pancreas, pancreatic cancer, and cystic fibrosis.
- Gentian Root extract has the ability to stimulate the appetite, stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juices, and accelerate the emptying of the stomach. Gentian was very effective in relieving the symptoms of indigestion and heartburn in human subjects. Gentian root has also been shown to reflexively stimulate the gallbladder and pancreas, and mucous membranes of the stomach, thus contributing to increased secretion of digestive juices and enzymes.
- Pepsin are needed in order to break down proteins into polypeptides. Those who take over-the-counter or prescription antacids actually may be doing more harm than good in that they may be hindering part of the digestive process. Additionally, it is thought that some food allergies, especially dairy and wheat are related to partially digested proteins passing through the intestinal wall. Since antacids decrease the effectiveness of pepsin, thereby increasing the number of partially digested proteins that can pass through to the intestine, it may be that antacids actually may increase the risk of food allergy development.
If you are ready to try a more natural approach to healing your digestive issues come see Dr. Jason Kaster, D.C. of Kaster Chiropractic in Fort Myers, Florida. www.kasterchiropractic.com. 239-332-2555. BetaZyme and many other formulations are sold in the office!