The Reflux Cycle

 One of the primary root causes of reflux is low stomach acid, but there are limited diagnostics to help you diagnose. In this  video, I cover five tests you can do at home to determine if you may have low stomach acid.Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/013Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

The first question you may have when you learn about the root cause of reflux is do I have low stomach acid, but there are limited ways to figure that out on your own.Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/012Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition.Support the show

Betaine HCl is a fantastic supplement that is capable of helping reflux sufferer mange several underlying issues simultaneously, but there are a few side effects to be aware of.Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/011Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition.Support the show

Betaine HCl is a natural supplement and acidifier extracted from Sugar Beets. Most people are familiar with the direct benefits which include helping to close the lower esophageal sphincter that sits between the stomach and the esophagus, but there are several other benefits that this amazing supplement brings to the table!Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/010Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition.Support the show

Sharing my story of discovering Betaine HCl as a key component to my healing journeyShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/009Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition.Support the show

One of the biggest challenges with healing reflux is ensuring you're eating the right things, as the wrong things can further inflammation or worse, deepen the disease. In this video, we explore the science and discuss principles that you can apply today.Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/008Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

 We discuss the disconnects between mainstream diagnostics and the underlying issues contributing to reflux as well as the key areas to address to help get reflux under control.Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/007 Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

The Low FODMAP Diet provides short term relief AND is clinically proven to further unbalance the gut. I'll explain that paradox, and what can be done.00:00 Welcome01:40 Overview04:08 Clinical Results07:26 MitigationShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/006My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguyContent or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

In this episode I provide an overview of betaine hydrochloride and respond to several listener questions.00:00 Welcome00:59 What Is Betaine HCl03:46 Who Shouldn't Take Betaine HCl06:52 Benefits of Betaine HCl 09:22 How to Take Betaine HCl15:00 My Experience On Betaine HCl17:30 HCl as Part of a Comprehensive PlanShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/005My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguyContent or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

In this episode we’re going to cover a few mind-blowing facts about the microbiome.00:00 Welcome02:29 1. Pound for pound, the cells in our body are more than 99% human. Gene for gene, however, our bodies are more than 99% microbial.03:13 2. Antibiotics are like a nuclear bomb for your microbiota. Yes, they kill the bad guys, but there is collateral damage05:25 3. Many bacteria traditionally considered bad, can play beneficial roles in our guts06:57 4. Humans are 99% similar in their DNA, but not in their microbiomes09:02 5. Like tree rings, the microbial community in your gut can tell scientists if you are overweightShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/004My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguy  Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

In this episode we review a meta-study based on 188 independent reviews of diet and their effects on the microbiome.00:00 Welcome02:28 Protein & Fat04:28 Carbohydrates & Sugar07:05 Probiotic Supplements08:28 Diets10:22 Q&AShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/003My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguy Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

In this episode I respond to five listener questions:00:00 Welcome01:04 How can dietary changes and supplements help if my reflux is caused by a physical problem like a hernia?06:16 I wanted to get your take on why pepsins come up into your esophagus and nasal cavities and why it doesn't stay down.08:48 Should I start on probiotics as mentioned in your book?14:25 Did you ever have pH testing to see if you were producing enough acid?21:13 Should I avoid all sugar, even sugar from fruits and veggies?Show notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/002My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybooInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguy Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

In this episode I discuss the connections between acid reflux and mood disorders such as persistent anxiety, stress, and depression.0:00 Welcome3:25 Enteric Nervous System4:20 Stress / Gut Connection8:33 Medical Research13:35 ImplicationsShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/001My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguy Content or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

I share some of my personal experiences dealing with escalating forms of reflux for more than 15 years. After healing myself, using natural remedies, I share what inspires me to help re-write the narrative on this poorly understood disease.00:00 Welcome00:35 My inspiration for creating this podcast06:05 Structure and content of future episodes06:41 How to suggest content for future episodesShow notes: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/000My book: https://theacidrefluxguy.com/buybookInstagram: https://instagram.com/theacidrefluxguyContent or discussions on this channel are for informational purposes only, and to give you ideas for you and your physician to research. It is not intended as individualized advice to treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any medical condition. Support the show

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