Maintains a healthy pH in stomach and small intestine Promotes protein digestion Enhances mineral and Vitamin B12 absorptionBetaine HCl Pepsin & Gentian Root is a combination of nutrients that may be beneficial for promoting healthy digestion when taken at the start of a meal. Gentian, a bitter herbal, combines with Betaine HCl to help maintain a healthy pH in the stomach, supporting normal protein digestion, mineral, small intestine pH, and B12 absorption. Pepsin is the chief digestive enzyme in the stomach, which breaks down proteins into polypeptides. Pure uncut Pepsin is the preferred form and free of lactose, which may aggravate digestive complaints in lactose-sensitive individuals. Betaine HCI Pepsin Gentian Root Extract is often taken with Pancreatic Enzymes.Dietary Considerations Wheat Free Dairy/ Milk Free Gluten Free Soy Free Sugar Free Egg Free Casein Free Suggested Use1 or 2 capsules at the start of a meal or as directed by your healthcare professional.Serving Size: 2 CapsuleServings Per Container: 112Amount Per Serving Betaine HCl (1040mg = 16 grains) 1040 mg Pepsin 1:15,000 42 mg Gentian Root Extract 5:1 (equivalent to 500mg of gentian root powder) 100 mg Other IngredientsGelatin capsule, Cellulose, Magnesium silicate, Leucine, Ascorbyl palmitateWarningsStore sealed in a cool dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Use only if safety seal is intact. If pregnant, consult your physician before taking. Excludes: Coatings, binders, gluten (wheat, rye, barely), milk/dairy (casein/whey), soy protein, egg protein, sugar.