Rethinking Acid Reflux
The conversation challenges the conventional understanding of acid reflux, emphasizing that it is often a lifestyle issue rather than merely a problem of excess stomach acid. Both Mark and Todd highlight the risks associated with long-term use of acid-suppressing medications, which were initially intended for short-term treatment. They advocate for a functional medicine approach that addresses the root causes of the condition instead of relying solely on pharmaceuticals.In this clip
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The Doctor's Farmacy with Mark Hyman, M.D.
Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux
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What happens with long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) as discussed in the episode Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux and the clip Long-Term Medication Risks, as well as in episode 458: Must-have gut health habits & what to do after taking antibiotics | Gastroenterologist Robynne Chutkan, M.D.?
What happens with long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) as discussed in the episode Getting To The Root Of And Getting Rid Of Heartburn And Reflux and the clip Long-Term Medication Risks from episode 458: Must-have gut health habits & what to do after taking antibiotics | Gastroenterologist Robynne Chutkan, M.D.?
What is Dr. Mark Hyman's approach to GERD/acid reflux in the episode The Scary Side Effects of Heartburn & Acid Reflux Medications | Dr. Mark Hyman and the clip Reflux Relief Strategies?