Published Nov 23, 2020

Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux

Dr. Mark Hyman and Dr. Todd LePine delve into the Functional Medicine approach to treating heartburn and reflux, highlighting the root causes, lifestyle impacts, and the risks associated with long-term use of acid-blocking medications.

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Questions from this episode

- Tell me about Mark Hyman
  Asked by 58 people
- What are the alternatives to antacids for treating acid reflux?
  Asked by 52 people
- How is chronic acid reflux treated?
  Asked by 28 people
- What are some natural remedies for acid reflux?
  Asked by 17 people
- What are some effective natural remedies for acid reflux?
  Asked by 13 people
- What are the symptoms of acid reflux?
  Asked by 11 people
- What are some recommended holistic and functional medicine references?
  Asked by 10 people
- How can I prevent gastritis?
  Asked by 10 people
- What causes chronic acid reflux?
  Asked by 7 people
- What are the treatments for acid reflux?
  Asked by 7 people
- How can I optimize gut health to help with bloating, inflammation, and bladder issues?
  Asked by 5 people
- What foods should be avoided for acid reflux?
  Asked by 4 people
- What dietary changes help with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
  Asked by 3 people
- How can I deal with stress-induced acidity, and are there any supplements for that?
  Asked by 3 people
- How can I treat high stomach acid?
  Asked by 3 people

Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Heartburn and Medications

Understanding Reflux

Rethinking Acid Reflux

Healing Through Nutrition

Healing Through Functional Medicine

Tapering Medications

Understanding Reflux Treatment

Understanding Heartburn

Medical Mysteries Unraveled

H. Pylori Insights

Medication vs. Lifestyle

Acid Blockers Explained

Long-Term Drug Consequences

Weekly Health Picks

Long-Term Medication Risks

Questions from this episode

Tell me about Mark Hyman

What are the alternatives to antacids for treating acid reflux?

How is chronic acid reflux treated?

What are some natural remedies for acid reflux?

What are some effective natural remedies for acid reflux?

What are the symptoms of acid reflux?

What are some recommended holistic and functional medicine references?

How can I prevent gastritis?

What causes chronic acid reflux?

What are the treatments for acid reflux?

How can I optimize gut health to help with bloating, inflammation, and bladder issues?

What foods should be avoided for acid reflux?

What dietary changes help with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

How can I deal with stress-induced acidity, and are there any supplements for that?

How can I treat high stomach acid?

Episode Highlights

Functional Medicine Approach

Risks of Medications

Causes of Heartburn

Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Functional Medicine ApproachDr. Todd LePine joins Dr. Mark Hyman to discuss the Functional Medicine approach to treating heartburn and reflux. They explore the root causes, effective treatments, and the holistic perspective that sets Functional Medicine apart from conventional methods.

Functional Medicine Approach

Risks of MedicationsTodd LePine discusses the long-term effects of acid-blocking medications and the dependency they create. He explains how these drugs can lead to nutrient deficiencies, increased disease risk, and the challenges of discontinuing their use.

Risks of Medications

Causes of HeartburnMark Hyman and Todd LePine discuss how lifestyle choices and diet significantly impact heartburn and reflux. They emphasize the importance of addressing the root causes rather than relying on acid-blocking medications.

Causes of Heartburn