Betaine hydrochloride (HCL) is a chemical compound that helps support digestion in the stomach by acting as a supplemental source of hydrochloric acid, also known as stomach acid.** From a leader in betaine HCL supplements, Country Life offers a formula focused on helping to increase good stomach acid, while also providing additional support through the following important digestive enzymes: pepsin, papain from papaya and bromelain from pineapple.