Antacid sales draw over $10 billion annually1. More than 60 million adults experience heartburn at least once a month2. Millions treat this condition with OTC acid neutralizers, which are very popular because they generally provide instant relief.

Despite the success of this OTC segment, a significant factor indicates a lucrative opportunity...

Products that neutralize gastric acid can stall digestion, triggering other health concerns. Health-savvy consumers know that these products can negatively affect digestion. They want a better digestive health product, which is among the reasons experts expect digestive health to be the #1 health trend of 20093.

Calcium carbonate, an ingredient found in many antacids, provides a source of calcium and effectively calms occasional heartburn but raises the pH of gastric acid. The latter effect significantly alters the digestive process. Since gastric acid cannot perform its routine breakdown of proteins and certain fats, larger food fragments reach the small intestine. This indigestion is burdensome to the digestive system and can cause many problems. The negative effects may include gas and bloating and potentially lead to the production of toxic metabolites in the large intestine.

BioCore® AR is the answer to the rising consumer demand for an advanced digestive health solution!

The innovation behind BioCore® AR harnesses the success of the common acid neutralizer while addressing the problem of stalled digestion through the use of powerful digestive enzymes. The advanced enzyme blend in BioCore® AR functions over a broad pH range thereby seamlessly complementing the acid-neutralizing mineral, calcium carbonate.

BioCore® AR's enzymes compensate for the enzymatic activity lost through acid neutralization. Now soothing relief from occasional heartburn can be obtained with the added benefit of continued digestion!*

BioCore® AR Support

National Enzyme Company offers marketing and research support that will enable the success of your new digestive product! BioCore® AR is aggressively advertised in the top industry publications as well as included in numerous editoral mentions. National Enzyme Company also furnishes research support through the TNO study.

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What's in BioCore® AR?

Just the right amount of calcium carbonate with a digestive enzyme blend. BioCore® AR is a vegetarian, chewable tablet with all-natural color and flavor.
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Is BioCore?® AR for everyone?

No. BioCore®AR is designed for those individuals who need to control gastric acid. It is always healthier to avoid raising the gastric pH.

What if I get heartburn between meals? Can I still take BioCore® AR?

Yes, it will still help relieve the heartburn. There will be less benefit from the calcium, however. Taking BioCore® AR between meals may help complete the digestion of residual food fragments in the digestive tract as well.

Why should I take BioCore® AR with water?

The sensation of enzymes in the mouth can be uncomfortable for certain individuals. Drinking water helps alleviates this possibility and will decrease the risk of a mild allergic response.

Do I get any supplemental Calcium when I take
BioCore® AR?

Yes, around 30% of the RDI of calcium in each tablet.

Is it possible to have an allergic response to
BioCore® AR?

It is possible to have an allergic response to almost any protein. Since enzymes are proteins, they can elicit an allergic response in certain individuals.

Is BioCore®AR safe to take on a regular basis?

It is best not to take any acid neutralizer on a regular basis. Ideally, provided there is no damage to the esophageal valve, eventually an enzyme supplement alone, such as BioCore®Optimum or BioCore® Optimum Complete can replace BioCore® AR.

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1 drugtopics.modernmedicine.com
2 womenshealth.about.com
3 nutraingredients.com

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.