Because stomach acid is vital to the digestive process, and therefore the release of nutrients into the body, low stomach acid can lead to many health issues. Food that is not broken down moves from the stomach, into the small intestine and colon, and then exits the body unutilized.
In other words, you can eat to your heart’s content, but if you have low stomach acid your body can reach starvation mode, and begin to display symptoms of nutrient deprivation. When the body is deprived of nutrients the hair and nails are the first to go. High acid levels are required for the break down of many trace minerals such as zinc, iron, copper, magnesium, calcium, boron, selenium, and vitamins B12 and B3, which are vital for hair health.
An iodine deficiency can cause low stomach acid.
It's very important to consult your nutritionist, physician or health care provider to help you test whether you produce enough or low levels of stomach acid.
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