<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> >The hydrochloric acid ... I'm sleeping all night...controlling the diarhrea too.< Including the respondant's comments above in my summary may have been a little misleading to some. Hydrochloric (HCl) acid is NOT recommended as a treatment for insomnia. It is recommended as a digestive aid. Betaine hydrochloride (HCl) is the main ingredient in many OTC digestive aid capsules & tablets. HCl works by replacing deficient stomach acid which will enhance digestion & absorption of proteins, vitamins & minerals and help retard yeast & bacteria overgrowth. Relief from insomnia is not generally an expected response to HCl supplementation, however, both this person and I did find an improvement in our sleep after beginning supplementation. I believe the improvement in our sleep patterns is the result of improved absorption of protiens, calcium and magnesium. These three nutrients, as well as others are necessary for a good night's sleep. So I believe it's possible that the HCl could have improved our sleep patterns indirectly. Any one wanting to try HCl replacement should do so with great care -- ideally under the direction of a physician who is familiar with it use. You can read all about the recommended protocol for HCl replacement as well as the many healthful benefits of stomach acid in WHY STOMACH ACID IS GOOD FOR YOU by Jonathan Wright MD. ~Valerie in Tacoma, WA ________________________________________________________________ Sign Up for Juno Platinum Internet Access Today Only $9.95 per month! Visit www.juno.com *Support summarization of posts, reply to the SENDER not the CELIAC List*