Betaine Hydrochloride 500 mg With Fenugreek
Natural Factors
Betaine Hydrochloride 500 mg With Fenugreek
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(3700 ratings)
Fenugreek 100 mg
Score 55
A combination supplement offering digestive support from Betaine HCl and a low dose of Fenugreek, which may offer minimal benefits for the stated athletic or hormonal goals.
Quantity: 90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals: flag Weight Gain flag Testosterone Support
leaderboard Score 55
A combination supplement offering digestive support from Betaine HCl and a low dose of Fenugreek, which may offer minimal benefits for the stated athletic or hormonal goals.
insights Analysis
This product combines 500 mg of Betaine Hydrochloride, primarily for digestive support, with a relatively low dose of 100 mg of Fenugreek. While Betaine HCl is effective for aiding stomach acid production and protein digestion, the Fenugreek dose is considerably lower than what is typically studied for its purported benefits in testosterone support or muscle gain (which often range from 500-600 mg). Therefore, its efficacy for the broader goals listed is limited, particularly beyond general digestive health.
- Very affordable price per serving.
- Betaine HCl is a good dose for digestive support and protein digestion.
- Fenugreek dose is significantly lower than clinically effective amounts for testosterone or muscle gain.
- Many stated goals are not strongly supported by the ingredient profile or their quantities.
- Betaine HCl should be used cautiously by individuals with ulcers or high stomach acid.
$10.47($0.11 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 10.47 | |
 Amazon | $ 10.47 |
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
Betaine Hydrochloride | 500 mg |
Fenugreek | 100 mg |
Categories
Fenugreek 50
Despite containing Fenugreek, the 100mg dose is considerably lower than most standalone Fenugreek supplements, which typically provide 500-600mg for optimal effects. This makes it less effective as a primary Fenugreek product within its collection.
Goals
Fenugreek is a known ingredient for testosterone support, but effective doses are typically in the 500-600mg range or higher. The 100mg dose provided here is insufficient to likely produce a significant impact on testosterone levels compared to more potent alternatives.
Fenugreek offers mild metabolic effects, particularly concerning blood glucose, but the low dose limits its overall impact on metabolism. Betaine HCl's role is primarily digestive, with no direct significant contribution to metabolic rate boosting.
While Betaine HCl can indirectly support muscle gain by improving protein digestion and nutrient absorption, the 100mg dose of Fenugreek is too low to directly contribute to muscle protein synthesis or strength improvements typically observed with higher Fenugreek dosages in studies.
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