Long-Term Medication Risks
Long-term use of PPIs can lead to significant gut health issues, including bacterial and yeast overgrowth. Many patients find themselves in a cycle of polypharmacy, where one medication's side effects lead to another prescription. This can be particularly dangerous for the elderly, who may experience severe cognitive decline when on multiple medications. Reducing these drugs often results in a remarkable recovery.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 Heartburn and Medications, 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.?