Hypochlorhydria, Low Stomach Acid

Hypochlorhydria is the condition of low stomach acid.

We’ve all heard about excess stomach acid and heartburn, but what about the condition low stomach acid? It’s believed to be involved in indigestion, premature aging, food sensitivities, nutritional deficiency, bacterial overgrowth, yeast infections, weak hair, skin, and nails, plus other conditions. Most of the times, people thinks they have excess stomach acid. Instead their acid levels are to low, and that’s why they have trouble digesting the food. Taking more anti acids can actually worsen the condition.

Are you asking yourself why we need stomach acid?

1. Without stomach acid, we can’t digest and absorb the protein we eat. That’s because stomach acid is needed to produce an enzyme called pepsin, which breaks down protein.
2. Fat and carbohydrate absorption also rely on stomach acid. Stomach acid causes the release of secretin, which then “tells” the pancreas to produce enzymes that digests fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
3. Stomach acid helps keep the digestive tract sterile, preventing the overgrowth of bacteria as well as yeast. Low stomach acid can lead to bacterial overgrowth or chronic Candida yeast infection.
4. Stomach acid is needed to properly absorb vitamins and minerals.

Solution to your problem is very easy, inexpensive and very delicious! You probably wonder, why did my Dr. never tell me it was this easy? Well, lets face it, Dr’s. are great, but we usually forget: Dr’s. are no Nutritionists and definitely no Registered Dietitian.

Sauerkraut and pickles, as well as pickled beets will be your best friend for the next couple of weeks. Eat any of these condiments at least 3 times a day. Have some pickles or beets with your sandwich at lunch, incorporate the beets in your raw food salad. It’s very easy to build up your stomach acid again. In the beginning you could have some pineapple with your protein foods to help and ease digestion.

You also have to change your eating habits! Stay away from to fatty and to heavy foods like pizza, fried foods and heavy desserts. If you need more information try this “Digestive Pain Gone In As Little As 1 Day…”

Keep up the good work, and eat healthy!

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