Importance of HCL for Nutrient Absorption

Hydrochloric acid (HCL) plays a vital role in nutrient absorption as it helps your body to break down, digest, and absorb nutrients from the foods we consume. Stomach secretions are made up of hydrochloric acid, several enzymes, and a mucus coating that protects the lining of your stomach. HCL also eliminates bacteria and viruses in the stomach, protecting your body from infection. Low levels of hydrochloric acid can have a profound impact on the body's ability to properly digest and absorb nutrients. Join our private FitMom Lifestyle community HERE Want to schedule a strategy call with us? Schedule HERE To connect with Liz Roman click HERE To connect with Becca Chilczenkowski click HERE Read More on FitMom Lifestyle HERE Check out Liz’s NEW COOKBOOK, FitCookery HERE Check out our PLANNER, Win The Day HERE This episode is brought to you by FitMom Lifestyle  Marketing and Production by LeadTrek media Want to check out some of our favorite supplements like the Daily Greens, Digestive Enzymes, and some of the best tasting protein to help you recover from your workout (Fruit D Loop is one of our favorites) visit 1stPhorm now. We love cereal but not the processed sugary stuff you find at the store. Magic Spoon makes healthy cereal that tastes too good to be true. It’s high protein, low carb and has a whole lot of flavor. We love it. Our kids love it. Visit Magic Spoon and use coupon code “LSN” for Free Shipping. Getting enough water throughout the day may be tough. Top Notch is here to help. With their water enhancer Hydrate. With flavors like Kiwi Strawberry, Blueberry Lemonade, Orange Mango, Watermelon and Black Cherry, not only it adds electrolytes and vitamins to your H2O it also has BCAA’s and Glutamine to help you recover. Not to mention, it makes water taste delicious and a lot easier to drink. Check out Top Notch Nutrition to get your own. It’s hard to find high quality meat these days. It’s also hard to find time to keep going to the grocery store all the time. Butcher Box sources their meat and seafood from trusted sources across the country and delivers ***CONNECT🚀 Work With Us - Healthy Gut & Happy Hormones Program🖇️ Liz on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok🔗 Becca on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok 🇺🇸 Join FITMOM™️society▶️ Watch the podcast on YouTube***SAY THANKS💟 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts✳️ Leave a rating on Spotify***Produced by 📣 brandhard