{"product_id":"now-foods-betaine-hcl-648mg","title":"NOW Foods Betaine HCl 648 mg - 120 Veg Capsule","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.nbhc{font-family:Inter,-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,\"Segoe UI\",Arial,sans-serif;color:#374151;font-size:16px;line-height:1.65}\n.nbhc p{margin:0 0 14px}\n.nbhc h2{font-family:Lora,Georgia,serif;color:#1a1f2e;font-size:22px;line-height:1.3;margin:30px 0 12px}\n.nbhc h3{font-family:Lora,Georgia,serif;color:#1a1f2e;font-size:17px;margin:0 0 8px}\n.nbhc a{color:#0d9488;text-decoration:underline}\n.nbhc .fact-box{background:#f0fdfa;border:1px solid #99f6e4;border-left:4px solid #0d9488;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0}\n.nbhc .fact-box ul{margin:0;padding-left:18px}\n.nbhc .fact-box li{margin:0 0 6px}\n.nbhc .spec-tbl{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:8px 0 10px;font-size:15px}\n.nbhc .spec-tbl th{background:#1a1f2e;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:10px 12px;font-weight:600}\n.nbhc .spec-tbl td{padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb;vertical-align:top}\n.nbhc .spec-tbl td.sub{padding-left:28px;color:#6b7280}\n.nbhc .small{font-size:13px;color:#6b7280;line-height:1.55}\n.nbhc ul.feat{list-style:none;margin:0 0 14px;padding:0}\n.nbhc ul.feat li{position:relative;padding-left:26px;margin:0 0 8px}\n.nbhc ul.feat li:before{content:\"\\2713\";position:absolute;left:0;color:#16a34a;font-weight:700}\n.nbhc .xsell{background:#f9fafb;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0}\n.nbhc .xsell ul{margin:0;padding-left:18px}\n.nbhc .xsell li{margin:0 0 8px}\n.nbhc .callout-amber{background:#fffbeb;border:1px solid #fcd34d;border-left:4px solid #b45309;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 20px;margin:20px 0}\n.nbhc .faq-q{font-weight:600;color:#1a1f2e;margin:18px 0 4px}\n.nbhc .faq-a{margin:0 0 12px}\n.nbhc .advisory{background:#f9fafb;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0 0;font-size:14px;color:#6b7280}\n.nbhc .advisory ul{margin:0;padding-left:18px}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nbhc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOW Foods Betaine HCl 648 mg is a food supplement providing 648 mg of betaine hydrochloride and 150 mg of acid-stable fungal protease (150 SAPU) per vegetarian capsule, in a 120-capsule bottle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a two-ingredient formula. Betaine HCl is the hydrochloride salt of betaine (trimethylglycine). The protease is a pepsin-type enzyme produced by the fungus \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e, so the product contains no porcine pepsin and no other animal-derived actives. Note that 648 mg is the amount per capsule: NOW's label serving is 2 capsules, which provides 1,296 mg of betaine HCl and 300 mg of protease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fact-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e food supplement, betaine hydrochloride with acid-stable protease, in capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer capsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e 648 mg betaine HCl + 150 mg acid-stable protease (150 SAPU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer label serving (2 capsules):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,296 mg betaine HCl + 300 mg protease (300 SAPU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnzyme source:\u003c\/strong\u003e fungal pepsin from \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e, not porcine pepsin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 vegetarian capsules (hypromellose shell) = 60 two-capsule servings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e food supplement, not a medicine. Food supplements in Ireland are regulated by the FSAI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e dispatched from Dublin by next-day DPD. Free delivery on orders over €75\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSupplement Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-tbl\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer capsule\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 2 capsules (label serving)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNRV %\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetaine HCl (betaine hydrochloride)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e648 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,296 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sub\"\u003eof which betaine, calculated from molecular weight (about 76%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sub\"\u003eapprox. 494 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sub\"\u003eapprox. 988 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"sub\"\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcid-stable protease (fungal pepsin from \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mg (150 SAPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mg (300 SAPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"small\"\u003eServings per container: 60 (2 capsules each). NRV = Nutrient Reference Value. SAPU = Spectrophotometric Acid Protease Units, a measure of enzyme activity. The betaine figure is our own calculation from molecular weights and does not appear on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"small\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e betaine hydrochloride, acid-stable protease (from \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e), capsule shell (hypromellose), anti-caking agents (magnesium stearate from vegetable source, silicon dioxide), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"small\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen information:\u003c\/strong\u003e no allergens are declared in the ingredients. This product is not labelled or certified gluten free. It is produced in a facility that also processes ingredients containing yeast, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts and sesame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"feat\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e648 mg betaine HCl per capsule, 1,296 mg per two-capsule label serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150 mg acid-stable protease per capsule, with enzyme activity declared (150 SAPU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFungal pepsin from \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e instead of porcine pepsin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetarian capsule shell (hypromellose). Labelled vegetarian and vegan by NOW Foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo actives only. No ox bile, no pancreatin, no added herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120 capsules per bottle, which is 60 two-capsule servings or 120 single-capsule servings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied by Probiotic.ie, an authorised Irish retailer of NOW Foods, and dispatched from Dublin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"xsell\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle ingredient or enzyme complex?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis product\u003c\/strong\u003e is betaine HCl with one protease. It suits buyers who want a stated betaine HCl amount per capsule in a vegetarian formula.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWant a multi-enzyme tablet?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/probiotic.ie\/products\/now-foods-super-enzymes-tablets\"\u003eNOW Foods Super Enzymes\u003c\/a\u003e has 200 mg betaine HCl per tablet alongside ox bile, porcine pancreatin, bromelain and papain. It is not vegetarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for betaine without the hydrochloride?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/probiotic.ie\/products\/now-foods-tmg-trimethylglycine-1000mg\"\u003eNOW Foods TMG (Trimethylglycine) 1000mg\u003c\/a\u003e is a different product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/probiotic.ie\/collections\/digestive-enzymes\"\u003eDigestive Enzymes collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/probiotic.ie\/blogs\/blog\/digestive-enzymes-ireland\"\u003eDigestive Enzymes Explained: types, what each one digests, and what the evidence shows\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 to 2 capsules at the beginning of each meal. Do not take on an empty stomach. Swallow capsules whole with water and do not open or chew them. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. For adults aged 18 and over. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not take this product if you have stomach or duodenal ulcers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take any medication, or have a medical condition, especially acid reflux or an upper gastrointestinal ulcer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout-amber\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0\"\u003eThis product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. No authorised EU health claim is made for betaine HCl or acid-stable protease on this page. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-what-is\"\u003eWhat is NOW Foods Betaine HCl 648 mg?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eIt is a food supplement in capsule form. Each vegetarian capsule contains 648 mg of betaine hydrochloride and 150 mg of acid-stable protease (150 SAPU) from the fungus \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e. The bottle holds 120 capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-how-much\"\u003eHow much betaine HCl is in each capsule?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eEach capsule contains 648 mg of betaine HCl. NOW's label serving is 2 capsules, which provides 1,296 mg. By molecular weight, betaine HCl is about 76% betaine, so one capsule supplies roughly 494 mg of betaine itself. That last figure is our calculation and is not printed on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-what-is-betaine-hcl\"\u003eWhat is betaine HCl?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eBetaine HCl is short for betaine hydrochloride, the hydrochloride salt of betaine. Betaine is also known as trimethylglycine, a compound found naturally in foods such as beetroot, spinach and wholegrains. In water the salt separates into betaine and hydrochloric acid, which is why betaine HCl is an acidic ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-pepsin\"\u003eIs this a betaine HCl with pepsin product?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eIt contains a pepsin-type enzyme, but not animal pepsin. Many betaine HCl products use pepsin taken from pigs. This formula uses an acid-stable protease made by the fungus \u003cem\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/em\u003e, which NOW describes as fungal pepsin. Each capsule has 150 mg with a declared activity of 150 SAPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-sapu\"\u003eWhat does SAPU mean?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eSAPU stands for Spectrophotometric Acid Protease Units. It measures how active a protease enzyme is in acidic conditions, as opposed to how much it weighs. This product declares 150 SAPU per capsule and 300 SAPU per two-capsule serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-tmg\"\u003eIs betaine HCl the same as TMG?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eNo. TMG (trimethylglycine) is betaine on its own. Betaine HCl is betaine bound to hydrochloric acid as a salt, which makes it acidic. They are sold as different products and are not interchangeable. Probiotic.ie stocks \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/probiotic.ie\/products\/now-foods-tmg-trimethylglycine-1000mg\"\u003eNOW Foods TMG 1000mg\u003c\/a\u003e separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-vegan\"\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians and vegans?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe capsule shell is hypromellose (plant cellulose), not gelatine, and the protease is fungal, not porcine. NOW Foods labels the product as a vegetarian and vegan formula. The magnesium stearate is from a vegetable source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-how-to-take\"\u003eHow many capsules should I take, and when?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe label directs 1 to 2 capsules at the beginning of each meal. It should not be taken on an empty stomach. At 2 capsules per meal the bottle provides 60 servings. Do not exceed the recommended dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-precautions\"\u003eWho should not take betaine HCl?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe label states that it must not be taken by anyone with stomach or duodenal ulcers. It is for adults only. Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, takes medication, or has a medical condition, especially acid reflux or an upper gastrointestinal ulcer, should speak to a doctor or pharmacist first. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" id=\"nbhc-delivery\"\u003eIs betaine HCl available in Ireland, and are there customs charges?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. Betaine HCl is sold in Ireland as a food supplement, and the FSAI is the regulator for food supplements. Probiotic.ie dispatches this product from Dublin by next-day DPD, so there are no customs charges or import fees on orders delivered in Ireland. Delivery is free on orders over €75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: NOW Foods · Format: 120 vegetarian capsules · Serving: 2 capsules (1 to 2 at the beginning of each meal) · Capsule: hypromellose (cellulose) · Manufacturer item: 2938 · Made in the USA · Probiotic.ie is an authorised Irish retailer of NOW Foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"advisory\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvisory Information (Ireland)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the recommended daily dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adults aged 18 and over. Keep out of reach of young children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not take if you have stomach or duodenal ulcers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use if the safety seal is broken or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural colour variation may occur in this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product is a food supplement, not a medicine. Food supplements in Ireland are regulated by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). 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