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Hi Eric,
My name is Igor, and I've read about the benefits of both betaine HCl and digestive enzymes, and they seem to be used in very similar cases.
I'm trying to figure out the difference in application. Under which circumstances would you prefer betaine HCl over digestive enzymes? Alternately, under which circumstances would you prefer digestive enzymes over HCl?
I look forward to hearing from you,
Igor.
Hi Igor,
Betaine is used to reduce levels of homocysteine. It is not a general digestive enzyme. Digestive enzymes are a variety of enzymes useful in helping digest proteins, fats and carbohydrates in general.
Thank you for using Allexperts
sincerely,
Eric Brandt, B.Sc. pharm
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Eric Brandt
Expertise
I will answer questions regarding prescripion and non prescription drugs as well as commonly used mdicinal herbs. I will also answer questions on various medical conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, thyroid problems, diabets, menopause, parkinson`s disease, multiple sclerosis, depression etc.
Experience
I am a practicing hospital pharmacist with 10 years experience in hospital and 10 years retail pharmacy experience prior to that.
I have my own drug information web site at http://www.druginformation.bc.ca
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Contributed to an article in CNS Drugs. Currently publishing a free monthly nwletter. To learn more go to http://www.topica.com/lists/thecaplet
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B.Sc. Pharm
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