The Acid Reflux Episode: GERD, H. Pylori & the Root Cause Deep Dive | Ep 418
About this episode
Erin Holt explores the complexities of acid reflux, discussing various factors that contribute to the condition beyond just excess stomach acid.
If acid reflux keeps showing up, the answer isn’t always “too much acid” and it’s not always as simple as popping antacids either. In this replay episode, Erin breaks down what might actually be driving reflux, from the way digestion moves through the body to the little valve between your stomach and esophagus that can let acid sneak back up where it does not belong. She also gets into why stress, overeating, pregnancy, gut imbalances, bile, sleeping position, and even old emotional patterns can all be part of the picture. If you’ve been avoiding spaghetti sauce, waking up with burning in your chest, or wondering whether H. pylori is the reason for EVERYTHING, this episode will help you zoom out and look at the bigger digestive picture. P.S. Check out Erin’s FREE Digestive Guide to learn the real reasons behind low stomach acid. In this episode: What cocktails, coffee, chocolate, peppermint, overeating, pregnancy, and certain medications all have in common The “one-trick pony” problem with running a GI-MAP and calling it root cause care Why acid-blocking drugs are meant for short-term use, and what happens when stomach acid gets suppressed Why bitters are one of Erin’s favorite…
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