What is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?

Hydrochloric acid, also called HCl, is a clear, highly corrosive liquid. HCl is one of the many chemicals released in our stomach when we eat a meal. read more

Hydrochloric acid in the stomach lowers the pH to the ideal environment for enzymes to digest proteins into units that the body can use. This acidic environment creates an antibacterial environment that protects the body from disease. Continue Reading. read more

Addison’s disease, multiple sclerosis, urticaria, arthritis, asthma, parasites, autoimmune disorders, stomach carcinoma, Candidas, eczema, gastric polyps, celiac disease, dermatitis, diabetes, gall bladder disease, depression, hepatitis, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, ulcerative colitis, psoriasis and vitiligo are some conditions that are related to low hydrochloric acid. read more