Hydrochloric Acid, Stomach Acid & Digestion: Why Proper Stomach pH Matters Could low stomach acid be affecting your digestion? In Episode 129 of Good Health by Claudia with Denny, Claudia and Denny take a closer look at hydrochloric acid (HCl), stomach acid, proper stomach pH, digestion, nutrient absorption, and digestive health. Hydrochloric acid plays an important role in the digestive process, including helping break down food—especially protein—and supporting the absorption of important nutrients such as iron, calcium, and vitamin B12. Claudia shares what she has learned from more than 50 years in the natural health industry and explains why she believes stomach acid and digestive health are often misunderstood. In This Episode, We Discuss: 🌿 What hydrochloric acid does in the stomach 🌿 Why stomach acid is important for digestion 🌿 Proper stomach pH and why acidity matters 🌿 Hydrochloric acid and protein digestion 🌿 The role of pepsin and digestive enzymes 🌿 Stomach acid and nutrient absorption 🌿 Iron, calcium, and vitamin B12 absorption 🌿 Antacids and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) 🌿 Digestive enzymes and digestive support 🌿 HCL supplements and how they are discussed in natural health 🌿 Why HCL should only be taken with food 🌿 Foods, diet, and their connection to digestive health 🌿 Herbs traditionally used to soothe the digestive tract 🌿 Claudia’s discussion of blood types and digestion 🌿 Why making healthy changes in baby steps can make a difference Claudia and Denny also take a moment to remember Terry, a pioneer in the natural health industry and founder of Enzymedica and EuroPharma/Terry Naturally and recognize the people who helped pave the way for today’s natural health industry. ⚠️ Important: This episode is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. If you are taking prescription medications or have ongoing digestive symptoms, talk with your healthcare professional before changing medications or starting supplements. 🌿 DON’T GET DRUGGED, GET NOURISHED! At Health Foods by Claudia, we believe that education is one of the most important tools for taking control of your health. 📍 Health Foods by Claudia Toledo, Ohio 📺 Subscribe and follow Good Health by Claudia with Denny for weekly conversations about natural health, nutrition, supplements, digestion, wellness, and healthy living. 📲 Follow & Connect: Facebook:   / healthfoodsbyclaudia  

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