Hypochlorhydria is a condition in which the quantity of stomach acids is reduced. When severe forms of hypochlorhydria arise, then it leads to a condition termed as Achlorhydria. The stomach stops producing hydrochloric acid at all in such a condition.
The effects of Achlorhydria would be devastating on the body. It will
weaken or entirely stop the digestive process.
impair the gastrointestinal system.
stop the proper digestion of proteins.
cause gastrointestinal infections to occur which would entirely damage the digestive system.